'Klara and the Sun' trailer out: Jenna Ortega plays a solar powered artificial robout in this dystopian sci-fi film
Washington DC, June 22
The first trailer for Taika Waititi's dystopian sci-fi film 'Klara and the Sun," featuring stars Jenna Ortega, Amy Adams and Natasha Lyonne, has been released.
The film is based on the New York Times bestseller by Kazuo Ishiguro and follows the story of Klara (Ortega), a robot designed to prevent loneliness. A mother (Adams) buys the robot for her daughter Josie (Mia Tharia), a girl who suffers from a mysterious illness.
Aran Murphy and Steve Buscemi round out the cast of the film. As per the trailer, the movie features Jenna Ortega as an artificial robot who has been bought by a family. Born in a factory, Jenna Ortega discovers the Sun, stairs and learns to adjust to the new surroundings.
It is directed by Taika Waititi and is slated to release in theatres on October 23. Sony Pictures shared the trailer on their Instagram handle.
Sony's 3000 Pictures acquired the screen rights to Ishiguro's novel in July 2020, with Dahvi Waller being announced to pen the screenplay in March 2021. Ishiguro serves as an executive producer.
Heyday Films' David Heyman, Garrett Basch and Waititi served as producers for the film. Elizabeth Gabler and Aislinn Dunster are overseeing a project for Sony's 3000 Pictures.
Another of Ishiguro's novels, 'Never Let Me Go,' was adapted into a 2010 movie starring Carey Mulligan, Andrew Garfield, Keira Knightley and Ella Purnell.
Ortega's recent film credits include the A24 dark comedy 'Death of a Unicorn' alongside Paul Rudd, The Weeknd's 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' and Sundance premiere 'The Gallerist' with Natalie Portman.
The second season of her Netflix hit 'Wednesday' premiered last year, and Season 3 is in the works.
— ANI
Reader Comments
"Jenna Ortega is incredible - she was amazing in Wednesday and Death of a Unicorn. But honestly, I'm a bit tired of the 'robot learns humanity' trope in Hollywood. Still, the book was a bestseller for a reason. Let's hope the adaptation does justice to Ishiguro's vision. Also, Amy Adams is always a class act. 🎬"
"This looks so good! As someone from the US, I'm really excited to see how they handle the themes of AI and emotion. The trailer gave me chills - especially Klara discovering the Sun and stairs. It's refreshing to see a female robot lead who is not just a weapon or a love interest. Also, Taika Waititi directing? Say no more! 🌟"
"Interesting that they're adapting this now when AI is such a hot topic globally. In India, we're seeing more conversations about technology and emotional well-being too. The mother buying a robot for her sick daughter... that's going to hit hard. I'll definitely watch it, but I hope it doesn't become too sentimental. October can't come soon enough! 📅"
"Love the cast - Jenna Ortega, Amy Adams, Steve Buscemi? That's a serious lineup! The book was deeply philosophical, but the trailer seems more focused on emotional beats. I wonder how they'll balance Ishiguro's subtlety with Hollywood spectacle. Either way, it's a must-watch for sci-fi fans. Just hope it's not another 'Chappie' situation. 😅"
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