Eskil Vogt

Joachim Trier, a celebrated Danish-Norwegian director, and his frequent collaborator, Eskil Vogt, delve into the complexities of filmmaking. They share insights on the anxiety of creating a new film, emphasizing how their partnership helps them navigate challenges. The duo discusses the significance of a house as a character in their narrative and the emotional toll of pursuing the perfect shot. They reflect on the exhilarating experience of premiering 'Sentimental Value' at Cannes, balancing pride with vulnerability while tackling personal themes that resonate through their work.

Eskil Vogt, Norwegian writer-director known for The Worst Person in the World, and Joachim Trier, Oscar-nominated director of the Oslo Trilogy, share their long partnership and how they start with character and theme instead of plot. They talk craft over templates, balancing director control with collaboration, vulnerability in writing, shaping ideas into shared vision, and surprising casting discoveries.