"Cooper Raiff returns to the podcast (first time was Ep. 128) to discuss his latest project, the eight-episode, independently-made, decades-spanning series Hal & Harper. He picks up right where we left off in the first interview, five years ago, taking us through the process of getting Cha Cha Real Smooth made, and how that green light helped him avoid compromising Hal & Harper."
"He explains why no matter what success you've had (like winning top prizes at the biggest festivals for his previous two films) the industry makes you start over and prove each new project's worth."
"He talks about how the grueling shooting schedule took a toll on his health, what makes Lili Reinhard the perfect Harper, how ignoring good advice paid off, and much more. Hal & Harper is streaming now on Mubi. Back To One can be found wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify. And if you're enjoying what you are hearing, please subscribe and rate us! Follow Back To One on Instagram."
Cooper Raiff created Hal & Harper as an independently-made, eight-episode series that spans decades. The success and green light from Cha Cha Real Smooth enabled him to preserve his original vision for Hal & Harper without compromise. Previous festival awards and prizes did not prevent industry gatekeepers from demanding that each new project prove its own worth. The production involved a grueling shooting schedule that negatively affected his health. Lili Reinhard was cast as Harper and is described as an ideal fit for the role. Raiff reports that disregarding some conventional advice ultimately benefited the project. Hal & Harper is streaming on Mubi, and the Back To One podcast is available on major platforms.
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