Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso Renate Reinsve Delivers the Performance of the Year in ‘Sentimental Value’
Dec 7, 2025
Renate Reinsve, the talented Norwegian actress known for her roles in 'The Worst Person in the World' and 'Sentimental Value,' dives deep into her creative process. She shares how she approaches character building like a 'puzzle' and reflects on her life in Norway, revealing insights from her childhood and the influence of directors like Joachim Trier. Renate discusses her emotional experiences on set, the impact of films like 'Mulholland Drive,' and the heartfelt moment of bringing her family to the Cannes premiere, showcasing the personal connections behind her performances.
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Acting As A Layered Puzzle
- Renate Reinsve treats character work like a layered puzzle, stacking dialogue, subtext, and hidden self-knowledge.
- She says deeper layers make performance play more fun and authentic.
Building Backstories Since Childhood
- Renate began acting as a child and vividly remembers inventing backstories, starting with playing a fox in a children's play.
- She built character histories even then, imagining motives and daily life for the role.
Theatre As Emotional Sanctuary
- Theatre became Renate's safe space to explore shame and complex emotions she couldn't express at home.
- She uses performance to play out and understand experiences that remain unsorted inside her.
