Liam Hemsworth, Laura Dern in Age-Gap Rom-Com

Netflix's latest rom-com, 'Lonely Planet,' stars Laura Dern as Katherine, a novelist who finds love with a significantly younger man, Owen, played by Liam Hemsworth, during a writers' retreat in Morocco. The film is part of a growing trend in Hollywood that features older women in romantic relationships with younger men, reversing the traditional age-gap romance portrayal. Critics have been mixed, with some finding the romance unconvincing and Owen's character underdeveloped, while others praise the chemistry between Dern and Hemsworth. Notably, both actors have expressed how their strong off-screen connection enhanced their performances, with Dern noting Hemsworth was supportive and safe to work with during intimate scenes. 'Lonely Planet' debuts on Netflix on October 11 and adds to the collection of travel-themed romances that explore personal growth and unexpected connections.