Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth Strike Up a Sunny Romance inLonely PlanetTrailer (Exclusive)

Sparks fly betweenLaura DernandLiam Hemsworthin a picturesque new romance. Lonely Planetis the story of a novelist (Dern) on a Moroccan writer’s retreat whose acquaintanceship with a young man (Hemsworth) “evolves into an intoxicating, life-altering love affair,” according to a synopsis. In the first trailer, shared exclusively with PEOPLE, Dern, 57, experiences a personal renaissance in beautiful Morocco, working through her writer’s block. “I love that the story focuses on connection and intimacy and feeling truly seen,” Dern tells PEOPLE.

Laura Dern Calls Liam Hemsworth the 'Safest Person' While Addressing TheirLonely PlanetSex Scene (Exclusive)

Laura Dern (left) and Liam Hemsworth inLonely Planet(2024).Photo:Anne Marie Fox/Netflix Anne Marie Fox/Netflix Laura Derncouldn’t have asked for a better onscreen partner inLonely PlanetthanLiam Hemsworth— especially when it came to some of their more intimate scenes.The two play lovers in Netflix’s new romance film, which takes place amid an idyllic Moroccan backdrop and stars Dern, 57, as Katherine, a famous author trying to get past her writer’s block (and some inner demons) in a less-distracting environment, away from home.

Laura Dern Says She Runs 'Everything' by BFF Reese Witherspoon: ‘From My Romantic Life ... to What Jobs I Should Do’

Laura Dern (left) and Reese Witherspoon in August 2024.Photo:Eric Charbonneau/Getty Eric Charbonneau/Getty When it comes to making decisions,Laura DernprizesReese Witherspoon’s advice above all else! While speaking during a panel atHello Sunshine’s secondShine Awayevent in Los Angeles on Saturday, Oct. 5, the Oscar winner, 57, was asked about how the networks she’s cultivated throughout her career have informed her decision-making. She revealed that perhaps the most important person in her network is Witherspoon.

Lauralee Bell and Michael Damian Tease 'Drama'-FilledBold and the BeautifulCrossover and 'Amazing' Reunion (Exclusive)

Lauralee Bell (left) and Michael Damian.Photo:Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty WhenLauralee BellandMichael Damianreunited onscreen onThe Young and the Restlessin 2023, they fulfilled the decades-long dreams of loyal viewers. Now, the two actors are upping the ante with aBold and the Beautifulcrossover. Lauralee and Damian are set to appear in two episodes of the popular soap airing Aug. 13 and 14, where Lauralee will reprise the beloved role of Christine “Cricket” Blair, and Damian will once again play Danny Romalotti.

Lauren Akins Celebrates Daughter Ada James with Fun Snaps for Her 7th Birthday: 'Just a Little Late'

Lauren Akins holds daughter Ada.Photo:Lauren Akins/Instagram Lauren Akins/Instagram Lauren Akinsis sharing her love for her daughter as she celebrates her birthday. In the post, Ada can be seen smiling big in a selfie with her mom, hanging with horses and her dad, holding up her lost front tooth and posing with her disco ball-covered birthday cake. “Your heart is so beautiful, brave and full of compassion🥰 and I am having so much fun getting to be your mommy and watching you SHINE ✨,” Akins continued in her caption.