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Cruel Optimism

2026
Directed byShin Mok-ya
1h 1m

The film observes the preparations for a solo exhibition by an artist nearing his mainstream debut. Rather than centering on one protagonist, it surveys figures at different positions in the art world: a gallery director, a curator, an undebuted artist, and an art student.

CAST
Moon Hye-inGo Jae-hyun
DETAILS
GENRES
Drama
STATUSPost Production
RATING
NR

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