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Early Reviews Spotlight Renate Reinsve as ‘Sentimental Value’ Hits Theaters

Critics largely praise Renate Reinsve’s performance, noting some tonal hiccups.

Overview

  • NEON is handling the U.S. theatrical rollout, with outlets listing opening dates of November 7 or November 14.
  • Joachim Trier’s drama follows an estranged auteur father who mounts a comeback film, using filmmaking as a conduit to confront family wounds.
  • Stellan Skarsgård plays director Gustav Borg, with Elle Fanning as a recruited American star and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas as Nora’s sister, Agnes.
  • Reviews commend Trier’s intimate focus and highlight Reinsve’s turn, while some fault pacing and the shift between family drama and industry satire.
  • Coverage notes production-financing threads, including references to streamer-backed publicity and Netflix’s role within the film’s depicted project.