Joachim Trier Jokes About Missing Summer at Cannes
Charli XCX shout-out meets a filmmaker’s candid burnout musings on the French Riviera2025.
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Neon Rated’s Instagram feed lit up this week when actor-director Osgood Perkins shared a behind-the-scenes quip from acclaimed filmmaker Joachim Trier at the Cannes2025 premiere of Sentimental Value.
Director’s Playful Quip
During the film’s debut on the Croisette, Trier lightened the mood by handing off a playful confession to the audience. “Charli xcx gave a little hello to us and we are super grateful. I love her music, she’s awesome … The problem is, I’ve been working so much for the last three years I don’t even know what a Joachim Trier summer is anymore. But I’d like to have one.” The candid remark, shared by Perkins on Neon Rated’s account, resonated with fans and festival-goers alike.
Charli Xcx’s Hello
Pop star Charli XCX made a surprise appearance during the early evening reception, stopping by to congratulate Trier and his cast. Neon Rated’s post credited the singer with boosting morale: “we are super grateful.” Though Trier’s reference to his own name drew laughs, it underscored the relentless pace of festival promotion, which often leaves artists longing for downtime.
Cannes Spotlight On Sentimental Value
Sentimental Value, tipped as one of Cannes’s most talked-about titles, stars Renate Reinsve and Elle Fanning in a tale of family, memory, and unexpected connections. Neon Rated earlier spotlighted red carpet highlights—director Trier alongside Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas and Fanning—captured in a vibrant Instagram carousel (https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ7lKjivodQ/). A separate post marked a reunion moment between Elle Fanning and Reinsve, complete with a warm embrace as cameras flashed (https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ7ipToPlmo/).
Who Is Joachim Trier?
The Oslo-born director broke through at Cannes in 2011 with Reprise and returned with Oslo, August 31st (2012) and The Worst Person in the World (2021), the latter earning him the Grand Prix. Known for character-driven dramas and sharp dialogue, Trier blends Nordic realism with heartfelt humor. His remark about missing a “Joachim Trier summer” pays homage to his past festival runs, which often saw him juggling multiple projects amid the Riviera sun.
Neon’s Festival Flashback
The post arrives amid a busy season for Neon, the independent distributor helmed by Perkins’s Instagram handle @neonrated. Over the past year, the company has championed bold international voices, from Jafar Panahi’s Competition selection It Was Just an Accident to Kleber Mendonça Filho’s The Secret Agent. But tonight, attention firmly centers on Trier and the goodwill generated by a simple “hello.”
As the Cannes2025 jury plates stay full and premieres continue into late nights, Trier’s wish for an old-fashioned summer break is as relatable as it is heartfelt. For now, audiences can savor Sentimental Value and look forward to future festival appearances—ideally after a well-deserved pause.
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