Kristen Stewart's Directorial Debut Capturing 8 Years of Effort! 'The Chronology of Water' First Trailer Released

"Freedom Found in Water"… Imogen Poots' Bold Performance and Dreamlike Visuals Portray 'Journal Cinema'

Set to be released domestically in January 2026, the highly anticipated film 〈The Chronology of Water〉 (The Chronology of Water) has captured the attention of movie fans by unveiling its first trailer and press stills.

〈The Chronology of Water〉 is Kristen Stewart's directorial debut, which gained attention by being premiered globally for the first time in the 'Un Certain Regard' section at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in 2025. This work embodies a 'journal cinema' that depicts the journey of 'Lydia', who was finally able to breathe freely in the water after throwing herself to escape her sorrow, as she regains her voice through writing.

The released first trailer captures the process of swimmer 'Lydia', who threw herself into the water to escape parental violence and indifference, reclaiming her true voice through writing. The dreamlike visuals and sensory editing are enough to stimulate curiosity about the film.

Praise from prominent international media adds to the anticipation. The Hollywood Reporter commented, "Kristen Stewart discovers her voice," while The Times UK praised, "Imogen Poots delivers a top-notch performance, throwing herself into the role completely."

Kristen Stewart's brave challenge and delicate direction, along with Imogen Poots' fearless performance that perfectly recreates a character's life, come together in 〈The Chronology of Water〉, which is set to meet audiences in theaters in January 2026.