Ordinary People 1980
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What is Ordinary People?
Ordinary People is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 124 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 19, 1980
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
Ordinary People is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A grieving family confronts hidden guilt after a tragic loss.”
- Insightful portrayal of grief and guilt
- Compelling family drama set in suburban America
- Thoughtful look at therapy and emotional healing
- Slow pacing may not suit viewers seeking action
- Heavy emotional tone can be intense
Watch it if you appreciate nuanced character studies of family trauma.
The film’s somber tone and themes of suicide and grief make it suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the central conflict?
The family struggles with grief and guilt after the death of one son, leading to emotional turmoil.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on September 19, 1980.
What genre is the film?
It is a drama.
Where is the story set?
The story is set in Lake Forest, Illinois, focusing on an upper‑middle‑class family.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately two hours and four minutes.
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