Cruel Optimism (2026)
Cruel Optimism
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.
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Cruel Optimism
2026 / 1 hr 1 minThe 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.
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Director
Shin Mok-ya
Cast
Moon Hye-in, Go Jae-hyun
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Korea National University of Arts
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