Keanu Reeves – star of John Wick and The Matrix – has revealed an unexpected dream in a recent interview: he wants to travel to outer space. “I’d like to go to space, to see the little blue orb from above. That would be kind of cool,” he admitted.

The revelation came during a conversation about The Book of Elsewhere, his new novel co-written with acclaimed author China Miéville. The collaboration began with an email that almost seemed “too good to be true” but eventually led to a fateful meeting in Berlin. Both quickly found common ground in expanding the story of B – an immortal character originally introduced in a comic book Reeves had helped create.

An Immortal Who Wants to Die

At the heart of The Book of Elsewhere is not a typical hero. B is immortal, yet he does not seek eternal life—he longs for the ability to die. This nuance sets him apart from familiar tropes like the weary vampire or the tortured antihero. “I didn’t want him to be some exhausted vampire just whining about eternity. I wanted to keep his humanity,” Reeves explained.

The co-authors also delved into heavier themes such as aging, mortality, grief, and even the violent impulses of humanity. Reeves reflected: “He carries so much grief. He’s cursed to kill even though he doesn’t want to. That made me ask: why is our species so drawn to violence?”

Humor and Imagination

Despite the weighty topics, humor also found its way into the discussion. When asked which of his films he’d drop B into, Reeves laughed: “I think Bill & Ted would give him a good chuckle. His life is so heavy, so hanging out with Bill and Ted would be a nice afternoon.”

On the subject of fantasy showdowns, Reeves imagined B teaming up with Godzilla instead of fighting him—while Miéville cheekily confessed he’d love to see B “take down Iron Man,” a character he passionately dislikes.

Bucket Lists: Space & Role-Playing Games

When asked about their personal dreams, Reeves instantly replied: outer space exploration. Meanwhile, Miéville shared his wish to design a tabletop role-playing game: “Roll the dice, get my full nerd on.”

Conclusion:
The Book of Elsewhere is more than just an unusual literary collaboration—it’s a glimpse into Keanu Reeves’ inner world: a man torn between deep philosophical reflections on mortality and violence, and a childlike curiosity for joy, imagination, and even the cosmos.