
The difficult relationship between a british postal officer and his adoptive son.
Directed by Chris Menges, Second Best leans on a strong ensemble — William Hurt, Nathan Yapp, Jane Horrocks — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1994.
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Susan, a single mother of two, works as a waitress in a small town. Her son, Henry, is an 11-year-old genius who not only manages the family finances but acts as emotional support for his mother and younger brother. When Henry discovers that the girl next door has a terrible secret, he implores Susan to take matters into her own hands.
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