Love in the Spotlight

Lonely Planet: A Nuanced Take on Age-Gap Romance?

With its upcoming release on Netflix, Lonely Planet, writer-director Susannah Grant is poised to shake up the often-comedic resort romance genre. Set in Morocco, the film follows Katherine (Laura Dern), a novelist seeking inspiration from her writer’s block, and Owen (Liam Hemsworth), a younger man struggling with his own crisis of confidence.

A Perfect Storm of Attraction?

Katherine and Owen’s journey begins with a nervy car meet-cute, gradually unfolding as they uncover their shared baggage. This, combined with the backdrop of a Moroccan retreat and the chemistry between Dern and Hemsworth, already hints at a more nuanced take on age-gap romance.

A Deeper Exploration

In a statement given to Netflix, Dern expressed her attraction to the film’s focus on finding someone who truly sees and understands you, a universally relatable theme. It seems Lonely Planet will dive deeper into its characters’ mental and emotional states, setting it apart from lighter, more comedic takes on the genre.

Supporting Cast

Also joining Katherine and Owen on their Moroccan adventure are Diana Silvers (Booksmart), Ben Youcef (Munich), Bellina Logan (Palm Royale), Gustav Dyekjær Giese (The Quiet Ones), and Dillon Lane (The Guilty). Will Katherine and Owen’s summer fling yield a lasting love, or will it ultimately leave them both (sun)burned?

What’s the Release Date?

Lonely Planet is set to release on Netflix on 11 October. And, we can’t help but root for our new favorite celebrity couple: Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth? A match made in heaven indeed!

Conclusion

The upcoming Netflix film Lonely Planet promises a refreshing take on the resort romance genre. With its emphasis on characters’ mental and emotional journeys, it might just challenge our expectations. We look forward to its release on 11 October.

FAQs

Will Lonely Planet deviate from traditional resort romances? It seems so, with writer-director Susannah Grant focusing on her characters’ deeper emotional and mental struggles.

Is this another age-gap romance in the making? Yes, but with a more nuanced approach, prioritizing where Katherine and Owen are at in their lives.

Who else joins the supporting cast? Diana Silvers (Booksmart), Ben Youcef (Munich), Bellina Logan (Palm Royale), Gustav Dyekjær Giese (The Quiet Ones), and Dillon Lane (The Guilty).

When does Lonely Planet release? On 11 October on Netflix.