> At a Glance
> – Elle Fanning told News Of Los Angeles she “definitely” wants children in the future
> – The 27-year-old actress stars in Joachim Trier’s Norwegian drama Sentimental Values, out now
> – Elle and sister Dakota will appear together for the first time in The Nightingale adaptation
> – Why it matters: The star opens up about family, healing through art, and a historic on-screen reunion
Elle Fanning is already looking ahead to motherhood. Speaking at the Los Angeles premiere of Sentimental Values, the actress shared how the film’s raw family themes resonated with her own hopes of having kids.
Key Insights from the Premiere
Fanning, 27, said the Norwegian drama-about estranged sisters reuniting with their father-highlighted “universal” family wounds. “It’s kind of the beauty of this film… we all have them,” she noted.
She praised the story’s refusal to offer tidy resolutions:
- Trauma passes down “sometimes you don’t realize”
- Art can open “the door for understanding and forgiveness”
- Perfect bows aren’t required for healing
Upcoming On-Screen Sister Act
While she isn’t racing toward parenthood, Fanning is preparing for another first: acting alongside Dakota Fanning in The Nightingale. The adaptation of Kristin Hannah’s bestseller marks their inaugural joint project.
Dakota, 31, recently told Byrdie she feels “a little nervous” but mostly excited. “We’ve established that we’re two different people with two different journeys,” she said. “It’s the best to be able to come together now.”
| Project | Elle’s Role | Dakota’s Role | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nightingale | Sisters on-screen | Sisters on-screen | Pre-production |
Key Takeaways
- Elle Fanning “definitely” wants kids someday
- Sentimental Values taught her about family healing
- The Fannings will share the screen for the first time in The Nightingale
With Sentimental Values now in theaters and The Nightingale on the horizon, Fanning is balancing personal dreams with a milestone collaboration.
