Second Victims (2025) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

2025 · 92 mins · Danish

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Directed by

Zinnini Elkington

Starring

Olaf Johannessen, Anders Matthesen, Trine Dyrholm, Morten Hee Andersen, Peder Thomas Pedersen, Anders Hove

Set in an understaffed stroke unit, the story follows Alexandra, a skilled neurologist whose confidence is challenged when a routine case takes a tragic turn. As blame and guilt spread through the hospital, Alexandra is forced to confront her own limitations and the serious consequences of medical errors. The narrative explores themes of guilt, compassion, and the difficult realities faced by medical professionals dealing with life-or-death situations.