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The Optimist

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Jason Delgado Film Threat 10/16/2023
8/10
There’s a lot of heavy stuff to deal with here, but the movie still provides a majestic and hopeful feeling by the end. Go to Full Review Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com 10/15/2023
7/10
This true story about the holocaust inspires and entertains. Plus it is good to see Elsie Fisher back on screen. Go to Full Review Stephen Saito Moveable Fest 10/11/2023
The film not only extends the reach of [its subject's] story beyond his own ability to tell it, but clearly honors his belief that how to connect is as important as the connection itself. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Finn Taylor

Director

Stephen Lang

Actor

Elsie Fisher

Actor

Luke David Blumm

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Leah Pipes

Actor

Ben Geurens

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Movie Info

Director
Finn Taylor
Producer
Jeanine Thomas, George Rush
Screenwriter
Finn Taylor
Genre
Drama, History
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 42m