This picture is a specially created visual for the film 'The Day The Earth Stood Still' starring Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Kathy Bates and Jaden Smith.

The future of the earth is in jeopardy and time is running out. Will world leaders take heed of Klaatu's grim prophecy or is our planet about to self-destruct because of selfish behaviour, greed and violence? Keanu Reeves gives a powerful performance as the iconic Klaatu and is joined by Jennifer Connelly, Kathy Bates and John Cleese.

Directed by Scott Derickson (The Exorcism of Emily Rose), The Day the Earth Stood Still is 20th Century Fox's contemporary reinvention of its 1951 classic. Keanu Reeves portrays Klaatu, an alien whose arrival on our planet triggers a global upheaval. As governments and scientists race to unravel the mystery behind the visitor's appearance, a woman (Jennifer Connelly) and her young stepson get caught up in his mission – and come to understand the ramifications of his being a self-described "friend to the Earth."

"This film is a cautionary tale about human survival on the precipice and our relationship to the planet, " says Keanu Reeves, discussing the riveting new movie: THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL from director Scott Derrickson.

"It's about the human character, human nature, the fact that it is only when our backs are up against the wall that we do anything to change our behavior."

The original film, directed by Robert Wise dealt with the Cold War and the nuclear threat. Becoming a sci fi classic, it was a movie of its time. Compelling, it also delivered a pertinent message about the lack of international cooperation and the subsequent dangers. The new film is equally thrilling and equally relevant.

"I could also say it is about the apocalyptic tendencies that we have. It seems man has this extinction impulse and it looks at the big question: How do we get around that?

The film takes the position that fear on fear (compounding fear with more fear) isn't necessarily the best answer. We need compassion--the idea that we are all in this together somehow. We have to think globally.

Obviously, we have to consider the impact we are having on each other and the planet. You know .... all you need is love" says Keanu Reeves.