Overview

• Sentimental Value premiered at Cannes 2025 to widespread critical praise, particularly for its introspective storytelling and emotional depth.
• The film delves into the strained relationship between a filmmaker father, played by Stellan Skarsgård, and his estranged daughter, portrayed by Renate Reinsve.
• Critics lauded Skarsgård for his layered portrayal of Gustav, balancing emotional vulnerability with moments of sharp cruelty.
• Renate Reinsve’s performance as Nora, a stage actress grappling with grief and stage fright, was praised for its restraint and emotional resonance.
• Trier's shift from the dramedy of The Worst Person in the World to a quieter, more introspective narrative has been noted as a bold and effective creative evolution.