The first trailer for Klara and the Sun offers a touching glimpse into Taika Waititi’s adaptation of the bestselling novel. At its heart is an Artificial Friend whose search for connection leads to an unexpected bond.
The first trailer for Klara and the Sun offers a look at Taika Waititi’s adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s acclaimed novel. The story follows Klara, an Artificial Friend who longs to find a home and a meaningful connection.
When she meets a young girl facing personal struggles and loss, Klara’s optimism and devotion begin to bring hope to a family searching for healing. The film explores themes of friendship, love, and human connection through a unique science-fiction lens.
Tobias Wolters oversaw the project as Production VFX Supervisor with Max Serges as the Production VFX Producer. The visual effects are created by Leitmotif and DNEG (VFX Supervisor: Xavier Matia Bernasconi).
Klara and the Sun is directed by Taika Waititi and scheduled to be released in the United States on October 23, 2026.
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