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Optimism

February 17, 2018 0h 15m 6.4/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2018. Optimism is a documentary film. directed by Deborah Stratman. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring John Steins, Steven Badgett, and Charles Stankievech

Synopsis

The urge to relieve a winter valley of permanent shadow and find gold in alluvial gravel is part of a long history of desire and extraction in the far Canadian north. Cancan dancers, curlers, smelters, former city officials, and a curious cliff-side mirrored disc congregate to form a town portrait. Shot on location in Dawson City, Yukon Territory.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 17, 2018 7 years ago
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Runtime 0h 15m 15 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (5 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Pythagoras Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Optimism about?

The urge to relieve a winter valley of permanent shadow and find gold in alluvial gravel is part of a long history of desire and extraction in the far Canadian north. Cancan dancers, curlers, smelt...

Who directed Optimism?

Optimism was directed by Deborah Stratman.

How long is Optimism?

Optimism has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).

When was Optimism released?

Optimism was released on February 17, 2018 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Optimism?

The main cast of Optimism includes John Steins, Steven Badgett, Charles Stankievech, Simon Mason-Wood, Lance Blomgren.