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Cinematic Rating

7.6 / 10

Budget

$7,800,000

Revenue

$22,000,000

Studio

Mer Film, Eye Eye Pictures, Lumen, Zentropa Entertainments

Sentimental Value Review

Unfiltered Review Released: 2025 • Rating: 7.6/10 • 2h 13m • English / German / Norwegian / Swedish • Drama

MovieWise Analysis

Sentimental Value: A Captivating Look at Family Dynamics

In "Sentimental Value," sisters Nora and Agnes are forced to confront their complex relationship with their estranged father, Gustav, a once-renowned director. The film explores themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and the enduring bond of family.

As Nora and Agnes navigate their father's attempt at a comeback, tensions rise as Nora is offered a role in his film, only to have it taken away by a young Hollywood star. The drama unfolds beautifully, with each character facing their own internal struggles and grappling with their past.

The performances in "Sentimental Value" are nothing short of exceptional. Each actor brings depth and emotion to their role, creating a truly immersive viewing experience. The chemistry between the sisters is particularly poignant, highlighting the complexities of sibling relationships.

Director [Name] has crafted a masterful story that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you contemplating the power of forgiveness and the importance of family. "Sentimental Value" is a must-see for any fan of compelling drama.

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What Audiences Are Saying

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Manuel SĂŁo Bento

"FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://talkingfilms.net/sentimental-value-review-joachim-triers-profound-meditation-on-art-grief-and-forgiveness/ "Sentimental Value is, ultimately, a mature and profoundly moving movie that resonates with the authorial mark of Joachim Trier. The film triumphs th..."

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Brent Marchant

"When a film has the capacity to provide a template for overcoming domestic discord, promoting forgiveness and helping to heal one’s past, it’s to be truly commended for going beyond being mere entertainment or even an admired artform. It aspires to become a noble, laudable cinematic godsend, one ..."

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CinemaSerf

"Sisters “Nora” (Renate Reinsve) and “Agnes” (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) are the daughters of acclaimed film director “Gustav” (Stellan Skarsgård). The former, a theatrical actor, is a bit of a loner. The latter is a little more balanced, married to “Even” (Andreas Stoltenberg Granerud) and has a so..."

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