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Norway's "Sentimental Value" Wins First Oscar for Best International Film

3/16/2026

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On March 15, 2026, Norway's film "Sentimental Value," directed by Joachim Trier, won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
It marked Norway's first win in this category after six nominations.
The film follows a dysfunctional family as a father played by Stellan Skarsgård (actor) seeks reconciliation with his estranged daughters.
The film broke box office records and earned nine Academy Award nominations, while Trier stressed emotional depth and collaboration on children's issues.

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On March 15, 2026, Norway's film "Sentimental Value," directed by Joachim Trier, won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
It marked Norway's first win in this category after six nominations.
The film follows a dysfunctional family as a father played by Stellan Skarsgård (actor) seeks reconciliation with his estranged daughters.
The film broke box office records and earned nine Academy Award nominations, while Trier stressed emotional depth and collaboration on children's issues.