Movies
Ordinary People
- September 19, 1980
- 124 min.
- Drama
- United States
United States
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.
Original title: Ordinary People
8
nominations
50%
winning rate
4
wins
British Academy Film Awards #35 - 1982
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Actress in a Leading Role | Mary Tyler Moore | — |
| Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles | Timothy Hutton | — |
Academy Awards #53 - 1981
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Picture | Ronald L. Schwary - as producer(s) | Winner |
| Best Director | Robert Redford | Winner |
| Best Actress in a Leading Role | Mary Tyler Moore | — |
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Timothy Hutton | Winner |
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Judd Hirsch | — |
| Best Adapted Screenplay | Alvin Sargent | Winner |
