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Ordinary People is a 1980 American drama film directed by Robert Redford in his feature directorial debut. The screenplay by Alvin Sargent is based on the 1976 novel of the same name by Judith Guest.
Sep 19, 1980 · A 1980 movie directed by Robert Redford and based on Judith Guest's novel, starring Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, and Timothy Hutton. It depicts the struggles of a wealthy family after the death of their older son and the impact of therapy on their relationships.
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- Drama
- Robert Redford
- 1980-09-19
EW.com looks back at the 1981 film directed by Robert Redford, based on Judith Guest's novel, and starring Mary Tyler Moore, Donald Sutherland, and Timothy Hutton. The story of a family coping with grief and trauma resonated with audiences and critics.
A family copes with the loss of a son and the emotional turmoil of the survivors in Robert Redford's adaptation of Judith Guest's novel. Read Ebert's analysis of the characters, themes, and performances in this Oscar-winning film.
Tormented by guilt following the death of his older brother, Buck, in a sailing accident, alienated teenager Conrad Jarrett (Timothy Hutton) attempts suicide.
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- Robert Redford
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- Donald Sutherland
A film about a family coping with the death of their older son and the suicide attempt of their younger son. The film explores the themes of grief, guilt, therapy, and family dynamics through the perspectives of the parents and the son.
Watch the 1980 Best Picture Oscar-winning drama about a family in crisis, starring Donald Sutherland and Mary Tyler Moore. Hulu offers a free trial and various plans and add-ons for streaming movies and TV shows.
