The Second

Philip, a man of tradition, must perform the role of "Second" for his only son.

Cast

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee

as Philip

Ethan Hwang

as Danny

Tyrus Hwang

as Young Danny

Aaron Schwartz

as The Officiant

Sam Osei

as The Medic

Richard Wes

as Simon

Colton Royce

as Armand

Martin Ortega

as Biren

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