Taika Waititi brings more dramatic tone to Klara and the Sun trailer

Taika Waititi’s highly anticipated sci-fi film *Klara and the Sun* has released its first trailer, marking a shift toward a more dramatic and emotional tone compared to his previous works. The trailer introduces Jenna Ortega in a lead role as Klara, a robot companion, blending themes of artificial intelligence, human connection, and existential questions. Coverage highlights the film’s delayed release and Waititi’s direction as a standout feature, with outlets emphasizing Ortega’s casting as a notable draw for fans of her horror roles.

Outlets including *Empire*, *Yahoo*, *MovieWeb*, and *Vanity Fair* have focused on the trailer’s visual and narrative departure from Waititi’s comedic style, framing it as his most serious project yet. *Vanity Fair* offers an exclusive interview with Waititi, while *Yahoo* and *MovieWeb* underscore Ortega’s star power as a key selling point. The film’s adaptation of a speculative fiction source is noted but not detailed in the current coverage. Next steps include the film’s official release date, which has not yet been confirmed beyond its delayed status.

Attention will likely turn to critical reactions to the trailer’s tone and Ortega’s performance, as well as comparisons to Waititi’s earlier works like *Thor: Ragnarok* and *Jojo Rabbit*. Speculation may also arise about the film’s potential awards buzz, given its dramatic shift.