THE SECOND, Short Film

In an alternate version of todays world where dueling is still acceptable, Philip, a man of tradition, must perform the role of Second on the day of his only sons duel. The Second, starring Paul SunHyung Lee (Kims Convenience, The Mandalorian, Avatar: The Last Airbender) and Ethan Hwang (Riceboy Sleeps, Umbrella Academy) is the first liveaction narrative short written directed by Taylor Ramos and Tony Zhou. It premiered at Fantasia in 2024. Credits: Starring: Paul SunHyung Lee, Ethan Hwang, Aaron Schwartz, Richard Wes, Colton Royce, Martin Ortega, Sam Osei, Tyrus Hwang Written Directed by: Taylor Ramos Tony Zhou Produced by: Nach Dudsdeemaytha, Jon Warne, Eric Bizzarri Associate Producer: Rebeca Ortiz Director of Photography: Alfonso Chin Production Designer: Justin Campbell Costume Designer: Asoomii Jay Music by: Sean William Sound Designer: May Guimarães Storyboarded by: Taylor Ramos Edited by: Tony Zhou Casting by: Maureen Webb Dylan Rogers