'Gilmore Girls' Documentary Directors Reflect on Chad Michael Murray's Insight
Meghna Balakumar and Kevin Konrad Hanna, directors of the upcoming documentary Drink Coffee, Talk Fast, share their experiences engaging with the Gilmore Girls cast. The film explores the beloved series and offers fresh perspectives through in-depth conversations with its actors.
Unexpected Insights About Chad Michael Murray
Kevin Konrad Hanna reveals his surprise at discovering a different side of Chad Michael Murray, who played the antagonist Tristan:
“I was surprised that Chad Michael Murray was smart and nice — only because Tristan is terrible, no other reason. Chad is so smart and so insightful and so kind.”
Hanna described Tristan as “like a monster,” a blunt and antagonistic character, but after the interview, he believes many viewers will sympathize more with the character than before.
Experience Working With the Cast
The filmmakers appreciated the opportunity to connect deeply with the talented actors who brought Stars Hollow to life, capturing many candid and thoughtful moments for their documentary.
“Drink Coffee, Talk Fast gave us the chance to have fascinating conversations with the cast members about their characters.”
The directors look forward to sharing these fresh perspectives with the show's fans through the documentary.
Author’s Summary
The documentary directors were pleasantly surprised by Chad Michael Murray's thoughtful reflections, highlighting the complexity behind his character Tristan in Gilmore Girls.