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The Weight of What We Leave Behind: Reviewing Sentimental Value

Dan and Mike Smith

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Joachim Trier's Sentimental Value swept awards season with a 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 19-minute standing ovation at Cannes — but does it live up to the hype? This week we dig into this intimate Norwegian drama about estrangement, art, and the complicated love between fathers and daughters. Starring Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve, and Elle Fanning, it's the kind of film that lingers long after the credits roll. We break down what works, what doesn't, and why this might be one of the best films of 2025.

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