Cruel Optimism

잔인한 낙관

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.

Director

Shin Mok-ya

Screenplay

Shin Mok-ya

Status

Released

Release date

30/04/2026

Original language

Korean