Ordinary People

(1980)Directed by Robert Redford124 min · RDrama
Everything is in its proper place... except the past.

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.

Donald Sutherlandas Calvin Jarrett
Mary Tyler Mooreas Beth Jarrett
Judd Hirschas Dr. Berger
Timothy Huttonas Conrad Jarrett
M. Emmet Walshas Swim Coach
Elizabeth McGovernas Jeannine Pratt
Dinah Manoffas Karen
Fredric Lehneas Lazenby
James B. Sikkingas Ray Hanley
MMMeg Mundyas Grandmother
Adam Baldwinas Stillman
RWRichard Whitingas Grandfather
Scott Doebleras Buck Jarrett
Carl DiTomassoas Van Buren
Tim Clarkeas Truan
Ken Dishneras Genthe
Lisa Smythas Gail
Ann Eggertas Mitzi
Randall Robbinsas Bryce
CBCynthia Bakeras Ms. Mellon