Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth Strike Up a Sunny Romance in Lonely Planet Trailer (Exclusive)

Sparks fly between Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth in a colorful new romance.

Lonely Planet is the story of a novelist (Dern) on Moroccan writer’s retreat whose acquaintance with a young man (Hemsworth) “evolves into an intoxicating, life-changing love affair,” according to the synopsis.

In the first trailer, shared exclusively with PEOPLE, Dern, 57, experiences a personal renaissance in beautiful Morocco while working through her writer’s block.

“I love that the story focuses on connection and intimacy and feeling truly seen,” Dern tells PEOPLE. “It’s a romance of self-discovery as much as knowing the other person deeply.”

Hemsworth, 34, agrees. “The story isn’t just about a romance between two people; it’s about personal growth, self-discovery, and the complexity of relationships. The characters are connected, flawed, and navigate the beauty and challenges of love in an environment that’s visually stunning and culturally rich.”

Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth in the movie ‘Lonely Planet’.

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The Aussie star also calls Dern “incredibly grounded and generous” as an actress and friend, adding, “She has this incredible ability to elevate every scene with her emotional depth, while also making the whole set feel collaborative and supportive.”

Lonely Planet “it reminded me why I love making movies,” he adds. “It’s not just because of the work itself, but because of the connections you make with the people you share the journey with.”

As for her favorite memory from the set, Dern points out “Liam feeding me 87 olives and riding on the back of his motorcycle.” The Oscar winner says that during filming, Hemsworth was “such a protective champion and partner to me.”

Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth in the movie “Lonely Planet”.

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In an interview with Netflix’s Tudum, Dern also called her on-screen love interest “pure magic.” Hemsworth “became not only a friend and confidant through our Moroccan adventure, but also our shared longing [for] the honesty and intimacy in all relationships was very touching to me.”

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Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth in the movie “Lonely Planet”.

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Lonely Planet written and directed by Susannah Grant (screenwriter Erin Brockovich) and actors Diana Silvers, Younès Boucif, Adriano Giannini and Rachida Brakni.

Hemsworth starred in an action thriller earlier this year Bad Land. Among his upcoming roles is a major Netflix drama Warlockreplacing Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia. Dern, just stars in and executive produces the Apple TV+ comedy Palm Royale, will next appear in Noah Baumbach’s film starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler.

Lonely Planet is on Netflix on October 11.

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