Ordinary People is a 1980 American drama film directed by Robert Redford in his directorial debut. The screenplay by Alvin Sargent is based on the 1976 novel of the same name by Judith Guest. The film follows the disintegration of a wealthy family in Lake Forest, Illinois after one son dies in an accident and the other son attempts to die by suicide. It stars Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch, and Timothy Hutton.
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Ordinary People (1980) stands as a standout drama showcase. With an extraordinary 8.3 rating, it is widely celebrated for its razor-sharp narrative precision, commanding performances, and cultural resonance.
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