Ordinary People (1980)
Ordinary People is a book-based movie adapted from "Ordinary People (SparkNotes Literature Guide)" by SparkNotes, Judith Guest. This Drama film is a direct adaptation, and its release date is September 19, 1980.
The Source Material
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Overview
In Ordinary People, Judith Guest’s remarkable first novel, the Jarrets are a typical American family. Calvin is a determined, successful provider and Beth an organized, efficient wife. They had two sons, Conrad and Buck, but now they have one. In this memorabl…
About The Movie
Description
Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of a suicide attempt. He is in therapy. Beth had always preferred his brother and is having difficulty being supportive to Conrad. Calvin is trapped between the two trying to hold the family together.
Details
- Title
- Ordinary People
- Original Title
- Ordinary People
- Original Language
- EN
- Genres
- Drama
- US Theatrical
- September 19, 1980 · Rated R