Lola (Cha Cha Real Smooth)
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Portrayed by | Vanessa Burghardt |
Appears in | Cha Cha Real Smooth |
Year | 2022 |
Lola is a supporting character in the American comedy-drama movie Cha Cha Real Smooth.
Character creation
The initial concept for the movie was developed by writer-director Cooper Raiff while in college.[1] They wanted to specifically cast an autistic actress for the role, and wound up finding Vanessa Burghardt.[2] She also helped with developing the character. This is her first movie role.[3] They also consulted with RespectAbility, a self-advocacy nonprofit for people with disabilities.[4]
Autism
Lola is stated to be autistic in the movie. She has a collection of potato mashers.

References
- ↑ https://ew.com/movies/cooper-raiff-cha-cha-real-smooth-summer-preview/
- ↑ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/cha-cha-real-smooth-casting-director-interview-75089/
- ↑ https://ew.com/movies/cha-cha-real-smooth-vanessa-burghardt-interview/
- ↑ https://www.respectability.org/2022/01/cha-cha-real-smooth-review/