Ordinary People

Everything is in its proper place... except the past.

Plot Summary

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.

7.5 /10

1980

US

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chicago, illinois

depression

post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd)

based on novel or book

suicide attempt

middle class

dysfunctional family

grief

bereavement

psychiatrist

guilt

grieving

survivor's guilt

loss of son

mother son conflict