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Sep 30, 1994 · Second Best: Directed by Chris Menges. With William Hurt, Nathan Yapp, Keith Allen, Chris Cleary Miles. Graham, a lonely Welsh postal worker, adopts James, a troubled ten-year-old boy. Graham always wanted a son, but James loves his biological father too much to give Graham a chance.
- (1.8K)
- Drama
- Chris Menges
- 1994-09-30
Oct 14, 1994 · A film about a man who adopts a difficult boy and their relationship, based on a novel by David Cook. The reviewer praises the performance of William Hurt and the authenticity of the scenes, but criticizes some of the dialogue.
Second Best is a 1994 British drama film produced by Sarah Radclyffe and directed by Chris Menges. It closely follows the 1991 novel of the same name by David Cook, who also wrote the screenplay. Plot. Graham Holt is a single man, who wants to adopt a son. James Lennards is a disturbed child brought up in foster care.
- $86,115
- Simon Boswell
- 30 September 1994
- Sarah Radclyffe
Movie Info. Graham Holt (William Hurt) is a reclusive Welsh postal worker who lives with his terminally ill father. Aware that he'll soon be alone, Graham decides to adopt a son, but, because...
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- Chris Menges
- PG-13
- William Hurt
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second best is a nice film that can be emotionally tough to watch at times when the young boy has his tantrums. It stars well known actor William Hurt and a young boy actor. these two actors are the main characters in the film. William Hurt was known for his romantic roles in his early films but this is a different role for him.
66. NR 1 hr 45 min Sep 30th, 1994 Family, Drama. The difficult relationship between a british postal officer and his adoptive son. Starring William Hurt Nathan Yapp Jane Horrocks. Director Chris...
1h 45m1994. Overview. Synopsis. Credits. Film Details. Notes. Brief Synopsis. Read More. James is a silent, angry boy living in an orphanage, haunted by the memory of his father, who is serving time in jail. Graham Holt is a middle-aged postmaster living a quiet, isolated life.