Ordinary People
In life, there are a number of conflicts that will affect the way everyone is interacting with each other. Ordinary People is the classical example of this. It is about an upscale family in Lake Forrest, Illinois (i.e. The Jarrett's). They are dealing with the death of their oldest son named Buck. He is represented as a larger than life character, which everyone adores and looks up to. After Buck's death, his younger brother (Conrad) attempts suicide. This is because he blames himself for what happened and has trouble adjusting. His parents (Calvin and Beth) want the family to have a normal life again. (Schwary & Redford, 1980)
However, this does not taken place, as Conrad returns from spending time in a mental hospital (after the attempted suicide) and tries to adjust. In the process, a series of deep ceded conflicts are brought to the surface. This occurs with Calvin trying to connect with his only son and not fully understanding what he is going through. While Beth, desperately wants the family to live the life that it once had prior to Bucks death. Throughout the film, these issues are continually brought to the forefront by showing the strange relationship between the characters and events which are unfolding. The climax occurs on Christmas, when Beth is confronted by Conrad and Calvin. This causes her to leave the family and it forces them to rebuild in the aftermath of these events. (Schwary & Redford, 1980)
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In the movie, there are a number of communication theories that will have an effect on the way the various characters are interacting with each other. The most notable include: interpersonal conflict, cultural differences and contempt for each other. These elements are important, as they are illustrating how conflicts will occur throughout the film. In many ways, they mirror situations that...
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