Neon has released the poignant first trailer for emotional drama Sentimental Value (Affeksjonsverdi), directed by Joachim Trier. The film, which captured the Grand Prix at Cannes, marks a powerful reunion between Trier and actress Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person in the World).
Plot & Premise
We see stage actress Nora (Reinsve) and her sister Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) confronting their estranged father Gustav (Stellan Skarsgård), a legendary film director attempting a personal comeback.
Nora refuses the role in Gustav’s autobiographical film, only to watch it go to Hollywood star Rachel Kemp (Elle Fanning), triggering deep family tension.
The trailer is understated, avoiding bombastic music or flash edits—trusting the emotional performances to pull the viewer in.
Accolades & Cannes Buzz
The film premiered at Cannes 2025, receiving 19-minute standing ovations and beating high-profile competitors to take the Grand Prix.
Critics praised its exploration of familial bonds, generational trauma, and artistic legacy, with Vanity Fair calling it “soul-stirring” and The Guardian noting its “bittersweet, metafictional” tone.
With a US release set for November 7, 2025, via Neon, it’s positioned as a strong awards contender.
Sentimental Value is shaping up to be one of 2025’s most emotionally resonant films. With a carefully constructed trailer, Cannes acclaim, and a lineup of compelling performances, expect this family drama to be a compelling awards season entry.
