Classic Romance Films Screening at Rehoboth Beach Theater

Sentimental Value, a Norwegian family drama, leads the lineup of romantic movies at the Cinema Art Theater.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The Rehoboth Beach Film Society's Cinema Art Theater near Lewes is hosting screenings of the Norwegian family drama "Sentimental Value," a nominee for nine Academy Awards including Best Picture. The film follows sisters Nora and Agnes as they reunite with their estranged father, a once-renowned director. In addition to "Sentimental Value," the theater is also showing classic romance titles like "Casablanca," "An Affair to Remember," and "Moonstruck" this weekend.

Why it matters

The screenings at the Cinema Art Theater provide local audiences with the opportunity to experience acclaimed romantic films, both contemporary and classic, on the big screen. The theater's programming reflects the continued demand for timeless love stories in cinema.

The details

"Sentimental Value" stars Renate Reinsve as Nora, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas as Agnes, and Stellan Skarsgård as their father, Gustav, a director who offers Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, Gustav gives the part to a young Hollywood starlet, Rachel Kemp, played by Elle Fanning.

  • The screenings of "Sentimental Value" will open on Friday, February 13, 2026.
  • The Metropolitan Opera's Live in HD series will continue with a screening of "Cinderella" on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Rehoboth Beach Film Society

The organization that operates the Cinema Art Theater, providing local audiences with a variety of film programming, including acclaimed contemporary and classic movies.

Joachim Trier

The Norwegian director of the film "Sentimental Value," which is nominated for nine Academy Awards.

Renate Reinsve

The actress who plays the role of Nora in "Sentimental Value" and is nominated for Best Actress.

Stellan Skarsgård

The veteran Swedish actor who plays the role of the estranged father, Gustav, in "Sentimental Value" and is nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

Elle Fanning

The American actress who plays the role of the young Hollywood starlet, Rachel Kemp, in "Sentimental Value" and is nominated for Best Supporting Actress.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

The takeaway

The Cinema Art Theater's programming of classic romance films alongside the contemporary Norwegian drama "Sentimental Value" demonstrates the enduring appeal of love stories in cinema and the theater's commitment to providing a diverse range of high-quality film experiences for the local community.