In Spite of Ourselves marks the feature writing and directing debut of Josh Loeb and stars Brett Dier (Jane the Virgin) and Conor Leslie (Titans).

The film follows Hannah, a determined Portland baker, and Archie, an up-and-coming Los Angeles comedian with a tendency to dodge commitment. What begins as instant, undeniable chemistry turns into two blissful weeks together before real life pulls them in opposite directions. As distance, doubt, and their own messy insecurities take hold, they are forced to confront whether what they shared was fleeting or something worth holding on to.

The film also stars Mo Mandel, Alyssa Limperis, Britian Seibert, Zora Casebere, Ethan Ingle, and Glenn Morshower. Producers include Josh Loeb, Michelle Lewitt, Gabe Mayhan, and Tim Harms, with Shirley Loeb serving as executive producer.

In Spite of Ourselves made its world premiere at the Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival, with screenings at the California Theatre in San Jose and the Alamo Drafthouse in Mountain View.