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Stellan Skarsgård: Oscar Hopeful Reflects on Parenthood and Role

12/28/2025

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Stellan Skarsgård, a Swedish actor, reflects on his role as Gustav Borg in Sentimental Value.
Skarsgård says he initially did not see parallels between himself and the character.
He says his son pointed out those parallels.
He says parenting is challenging: 'You can never be a good parent to a kid.'
He is contending for an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor, a milestone in his 50-year career.

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Stellan Skarsgård, a Swedish actor, reflects on his role as Gustav Borg in Sentimental Value.
Skarsgård says he initially did not see parallels between himself and the character.
He says his son pointed out those parallels.
He says parenting is challenging: 'You can never be a good parent to a kid.'
He is contending for an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor, a milestone in his 50-year career.