‘Sentimental Value’ Tops 2026 European Film Awards Nominations
Joachim Trier’s film, *Sentimental Value*, is making waves at the upcoming 2026 European Film Awards. After winning the prestigious Cannes Grand Prix earlier this year, it has emerged as a frontrunner in multiple key categories.
2026 European Film Awards Nominations
The nominations, announced during the Seville European Film Festival in Spain, highlight *Sentimental Value*’s significant impact with nods for:
- Best European Film
- Best European Director (Joachim Trier)
- Best European Screenplay
- Best European Actress (Renate Reinsve)
- Best European Actor (Stellan Skarsgård)
In total, the European Film Academy has revealed nominees across nine categories. The nominations reflect the votes of over 5,400 Academy members, who engaged with the films on the Academy’s shortlist.
Other Notable Nominations
Other contenders for the awards include:
- *Sirāt* (Oliver Laxe) – 4 nominations
- *Sound of Falling* (Mascha Schilinski) – 3 nominations
- *It Was Just An Accident* (Jafar Panahi) – 3 nominations
Key Dates and Future Announcements
Further nominations will be revealed in the coming week. The winners of the 2026 European Film Awards will be announced during a ceremony scheduled for January 17, 2026, in Berlin.
Best European Film Nominees
The nominees for Best European Film include:
- *Afternoons of Solitude* (Spain, France)
- *Arco* (France)
- *Dog of God* (U.S.)
- *Fiume O Morte!* (Croatia, Slovenia, Italy)
- *It Was Just An Accident* (France, Iran, Luxembourg)
- *Sentimental Value* (Norway, France, Denmark, Germany, Sweden)
- *Sirāt* (Spain, France)
- *Sound of Falling* (Germany)
Conclusion
*Sentimental Value* stands out as a symbol of artistic excellence at the 2026 European Film Awards. With its multiple nominations, it showcases the talent behind its creation and the significant themes it explores.
