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Second Best (2004) -- Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.

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Eric Weber (writer)
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Losing sucks, but it doesn't necessarily kill you.
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Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer. full summary | add synopsis
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Cast

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Joe Pantoliano ... Elliot
Boyd Gaines ... Richard
Peter Gerety ... Marshall

Bronson Pinchot ... Doc Klingenstein
Matthew Arkin ... Gerald

Jennifer Tilly ... Carole
Stephen Bogardus ... George
Barbara Barrie ... Dorothea

Polly Draper ... Paula
James Ryan ... Danny
Stephen Sable ... Lum Chin
Damian Young ... Robert Stern
Melody Pantoliano ... Waitress
Irma St. Paule ... Beth
Frank McCombs ... Frank
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Rated R for language and sexual content.
Runtime:
86 min | Canada:90 min (Ontario)
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USA:R | Canada:14A (Ontario) | USA:TV-MA (cable rating)
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Elliot: You know, I still can't picture you two having sex.
Paula: Oh, wait a minute! You can't picture me *making love* with my successful, clean-shaven husband, who wears Paul Stuart suits, but you can see me jumping into bed with a guy that I have to lend money to, pay alimony to, who hasn't washed that tee-shirt since, like, Christmas?
Elliot: Chanukah.
George: See you, Elliot.
Paula: See you, George.
[George leaves]
Elliot: Bet he never gave you eight orgasms.
Paula: Oh Elliot, when are you going to realize sex is only part of a well-integrated life? Besides, half of those were faked.
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good dialog, fine acting and directing, 28 January 2005
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Author: dave-1552 from United States

fine film, situations are very much a part of many peoples lives. entertaining storyline, filled with real life situations. who among us hasn't suffered from feeling second best. a good reflection of many peoples feelings and insecurities. good casting and well directed film. film takes you through a full range of emotions, laughter, angst, it's all there. acting is very good. scene locations are excellent. constantly reminded of personal situations that are similar to film. if you have ever felt second best, you will enjoy the film. and who hasn't felt that at some point. it makes a common human condition very entertaining.

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