'Gilmore Girls' Documentary Directors Admit They Were 'Surprised’ by Chad Michael Murray's Deep Takes About the Show (Exclusive)

'Gilmore Girls' Documentary Directors Reflect on Chad Michael Murray's Perspective

Meghna Balakumar and Kevin Konrad Hanna, directors of the upcoming documentary Drink Coffee, Talk Fast, shared their experience engaging with the cast of the beloved show Gilmore Girls. The documentary, produced by Ink On Paper Studios, offers an intimate look at the actors who brought Stars Hollow to life.

Insightful Conversations with Cast Members

Balakumar and Hanna relished the opportunity to have deep discussions about the characters on the series. They particularly noted the surprising insights from Chad Michael Murray, known for his role as 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."

Changing Perspectives on Tristan

Hanna explained that Tristan was often viewed negatively by fans due to his antagonistic role in the show.

"Tristan is like a monster, right? He was just this blunt object."

However, after hearing Murray's interview, Hanna believes many viewers may develop a newfound appreciation for the character.

"I think after seeing Chad Michael Murray's interview, I think a lot more people are going to be team Tristan, which will surprise them, so that was my surprise."

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Summary: The directors of the Gilmore Girls documentary were surprised by Chad Michael Murray's thoughtful reflections, which may inspire viewers to see his character Tristan in a new light.

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People.com People.com — 2025-11-05