In the sharp and witty comedy Forge, a group of ambitious young artists and entrepreneurs in Los Angeles discovers that the line between authenticity and fabrication is thinner than they ever imagined. Directed by Jing Ai Ng, the film centers on a charismatic but struggling painter, played by Kelly Marie Tran, who, along with her resourceful best friend portrayed by Andie Ju, hatches a scheme to create a fake art movement that quickly spirals out of control. As their fabricated works gain unexpected fame and fortune, they must navigate a world of pretentious critics, skeptical collectors, and mounting pressure from their own consciences. The ensemble cast, including Brandon Soo Hoo, Sonya Walger, Eva De Dominici, Edmund Donovan, T. R. Knight, and Jack Falahee, brings vibrant energy to this exploration of creativity, identity, and the price of success. With a breezy yet thought-provoking tone, Forge cleverly examines what happens when the art world’s obsession with originality collides with the very human desire to be seen and celebrated.