Norwegian family drama ‘Sentimental Value’ wins Oscar for best international film

“Sentimental Value” has won the Oscar for best international film. The family drama by Joachim Trier explores an estranged family’s wounds in when a director father, who repeatedly prioritized career over family, tries to reconcile with his daughters. It garnered nine nominations at the 98th Academy Awards, including best picture, best director and best original screenplay. Stellan Skarsgård, who plays the father, Gustav, was also nominated for best supporting actor. Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas and Elle Fanning were nominated for best supporting actress. Trier is best known for the movie “The Worst Person in the World,” which also explored themes of art and identity.