Second Name (2002) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Second Name (2002) — After the suicide of her beloved father, the biologist Daniella Logan visits her catatonic mother
Second Name (2002) Storyline
After the suicide of her beloved father, the biologist Daniella Logan visits her catatonic mother in a mental institution to tell the tragic event and her mother calls her "Josephine". Daniella goes to the cemetery and finds that her father's grave had been opened and his corpse was profaned. She decides to investigate, and receives a message of a diabetic priest, Father Elias, who tells her about an ancient fanatic religious sect of followers of Abraham that kills the first child. Later, she meets a weird man, Toby Harris, who claims to be his legitimate father. Daniella continues seeking the truth about her origins and discloses very dark secrets about her family and friends.
Full Cast & Crew
- Erica Prior as Daniella
- Trae Houlihan as Chrysteen
- Denis Rafter as Simon Hastings
- Craig Stevenson as Toby Harris
- Frank O'Sullivan as Inspector Potts
- John O'Toole as Father Elias
- Teresa Gimpera as Nana
- Craig Hill as Theodore Logan
- Toby Harper as Dr. Grant
- Miguel Ibáñez Monroy as Raymod
- Birgit Bofarull as Mrs. Hastings
- Richard Collins-Moore as Dr. Larabee
- Ian Gibbs as Pathologist
- Saskia Giró as Florist
- Mia Lacostena as Daniella 8 Years
Why Watch Second Name?
The Vibe: Second Name is a gripping, tense, and full of twists thriller movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 2002. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those who love edge-of-your-seat suspense. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with thriller-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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