Neon has unveiled a new trailer for Sentimental Value, a forthcoming film directed by Joachim Trier, featuring Elle Fanning alongside Stellan Skarsgård and Renate Reinsve. The trailer highlights the story of two sisters, Nora and Agnes, who reconnect with their distant father, a once-celebrated director making a comeback.
Plot Details and Cast Introduction
The narrative centers on sisters Nora, played by Renate Reinsve, and Agnes, portrayed by Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, who reunite with their estranged father, played by Stellan Skarsgård. As he tries to revive his career by directing a new film inspired by his life, he invites Nora, a stage actress, to join the project. The official synopsis reveals,
“Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film,”
“When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Suddenly, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father — and deal with an American star dropped right into the middle of their complex family dynamics,”
reads the synopsis.
The cast also includes Anders Danielson Lie, Cory Michael Smith, Catherine Cohen, Andreas Stoltenberg Granerud, and Øyvind Hesjedal. Elle Fanning’s involvement adds a significant Hollywood presence to the ensemble.
Creative Team and Production Details
Sentimental Value is directed by Joachim Trier, known for his work on The Worst Person in the World. The screenplay is co-written by Trier and Eskil Vogt. Producers Maria Ekerhovd and Andrea Berensten Ottmar oversee the project, which aims to explore familial tensions and artistic ambition through an intimate family drama.
Anticipated Impact of the Film
This film, featuring performances by Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Elle Fanning, and others, delves into complex relationships shaped by past estrangements and professional rivalry. As the story unfolds, it is expected to offer a nuanced look at family, art, and identity. The release of the new trailer signals Sentimental Value’s upcoming presence in the cinematic landscape, inviting audiences to engage with its layered emotional narrative.
