Neon will open Joachim Trier ‘s “ Sentimental Value ” in limited release on Nov. 7, as it looks to position the drama for Oscar contention. The indie studio will then expand the film leading into the Thanksgiving period, which is traditionally a busy time for moviegoing.

Neon is planning to build a robust awards campaign around “Sentimental Value,” which premiered at Cannes to rave reviews. Variety ‘s Peter Debruge praised the film as a “mature and moving tale,” while IndieWire ‘s David Ehrlich called it “a layered masterpiece that ‘The Worst Person in the World’ director Joachim Trier has been working toward for his entire career.” At Cannes, “Sentimental Value” won the Grand Prix.

“Sentimental Value” is about a stage actress and her sister who reunite with their estranged fathe

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