EP017 - Through the Portal with Reed Harkness

Take a stroll with Reed Harkness, Portland-based creator behind SAM NOW, a creative portrait that follows the journey of the Harkness brothers, Reed and Sam, as they search for Sam's mother who mysteriously disappeared in the year 2000. This walk mirrors Reed's film, becoming a moving and unexpectedly epic conversation about family, loss, and long-haul filmmaking. This one takes us off the trail, through a literal portal with a detour into a stone-skipping dip in Boggy Creek. This one's got heart, humor, and a few unexpected turns—just like any good walk (or film) should. 00:00 Introduction to Reed Harkness 00:06 The Artist's Way Group 01:04 Walking Through East Austin 01:26 Meet Reed Harkness 02:23 Reed's Filmmaking Journey 04:37 The Mystery of Joyce's Disappearance 06:43 The Emotional Impact on the Family 09:29 The Filmmaking Process 15:50 Reed's Early Filmmaking Influences 23:09 From Play to Documentary 24:04 Sam's Journey and Filmmaking Challenges 25:12 The Emotional Impact of the Film 27:49 Balancing Filmmaking and Family 34:12 Exploring Meaning and Audience Reactions 42:32 Future Projects and Reflections 47:10 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser