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Second Best (2004)

R 86 min  -  Comedy
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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.

Director:

Eric Weber

Writer:

Eric Weber

Stars:

Joe Pantoliano, Boyd Gaines and Peter Gerety
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Joe Pantoliano ...
Boyd Gaines ...
Peter Gerety Peter Gerety ...
Bronson Pinchot ...
Matthew Arkin ...
Jennifer Tilly ...
Stephen Bogardus Stephen Bogardus ...
Barbara Barrie Barbara Barrie ...
Polly Draper ...
James Ryan James Ryan ...
Stephen Sable Stephen Sable ...
Damian Young Damian Young ...
Melody Pantoliano Melody Pantoliano ...
Irma St. Paule Irma St. Paule ...
Frank McCombs Frank McCombs ...
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Storyline

Second Best is the story of five male baby boomers all nearing 50. They graduated from college together, ready to take on the world, but only one of the group has done exceptionally well. His visit back East to hang out with the old gang triggers the most intense feelings of inadequacy and "second bestness," particularly in his oldest and closest friend. Written by Anonymous  

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Plot Keywords:

Writer | Gay Interest | Gay Son

Taglines:

Losing sucks, but it doesn't necessarily kill you.

Genres:

Comedy

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Official Sites:

Tenafly Film Company | Add/edit official sites  »

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Also Known As:

O Fracasso é um Sucesso See more »

Filming Locations:

Cresskill, New Jersey, USA See more »

Company Credits

Production Co:

Keep Your Head, Second Best Inc., Tenafly Film Company See more »
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 | Canada: (Ontario)

Color:

Color
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Elliot: [reading from his printed leaflet] That was right about the time my beautiful wife Paula was leaving me for the architect who designed the house we could no longer afford. A handsome, athletic man with a six-figure income and a pleasant, respectful manner.
[pause]
Elliot: I know I'll never get over loving her for the rest of my life.
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