Where to start withSentimental Value
2 versions · originally a film, 2025
Themes: Estranged Family, Filmmaking, Sibling Rivalry, Creative Jealousy, Aging Artist.
Start with Sentimental Value (Joachim Trier, 2025) — the film. Sentimental Value exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 2025; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Sentimental Value explores the complex, volatile power dynamics between legendary, narcissistic filmmaker fathers and their daughters navigating professional exploitation.
✦ Most fans start here
Sentimental Value (2025)
The original movie
✦ Start hereSentimental Value
Joachim Trier · Film · 2025
Sentimental Value (2025) serves as the definitive original work, masterfully capturing the uncomfortable intersection of familial estrangement and professional manipulation through Joachim Trier’s precise, character-driven lens.
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The Beloved
Film · 2026
The Beloved (2026) offers a thematic reimagining of the original premise, shifting the focus toward the darker, more violent history of a legendary director and his daughter's stalled career.
Common questions
Is Sentimental Value the first film in a series?
Sentimental Value is a standalone movie released in 2025. It is not part of a formal series, though fans often look for thematic successors like The Beloved, which was released in 2026.
Should I watch Sentimental Value before The Beloved?
There is no required viewing order between Sentimental Value and The Beloved. They are separate projects released in different years, and you can watch them in any order you prefer.
Is Sentimental Value related to The Beloved?
Sentimental Value and The Beloved are distinct films. While they are often grouped together for fans of the same style, they are separate releases from 2025 and 2026 respectively.
When was Sentimental Value released?
Sentimental Value was released in 2025. This film serves as a primary reference point for viewers exploring similar cinematic works, such as the 2026 film The Beloved.