Anticipation is high for Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value“, especially after its warm reception at Cannes. The newly released trailer from Neon teases a moving story about fractured family ties, personal ambition, and the struggle to reconnect.
“Sentimental Value” Premise
At the center is Nora (Renate Reinsve), a stage actress facing her estranged father Gustav (Stellan Skarsgård) after her mother’s death. When Gustav offers her a role in his comeback film, old wounds resurface—especially as Nora’s refusal to take the part reignites long-standing tensions. Joining them is Nora’s sister Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas), whose own take on their complicated family history adds emotional weight.
Trier, reuniting with frequent collaborator Eskil Vogt, once again brings his signature style—intimate, character-driven, and deeply human. The trailer is steeped in feeling, highlighted by a powerful moment where Nora says, “I can’t work with him,” capturing the emotional core of the film.
Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, and Elle Fanning are already generating awards buzz for their layered performances. Critics at Cannes praised the film’s honesty and emotional depth, and with its November 7 release approaching, “Sentimental Value” is shaping up to be one of the year’s most affecting dramas.
With themes of forgiveness, estrangement, and the power (and limits) of art to heal, “Sentimental Value” is a film that lingers. If you’re drawn to rich character studies and stories that hit close to home, this is one to watch.
