The Turner Classic Movies website describes Harris as a "veteran Hollywood industry figure who has served triple duty as a producer, director, and screenwriter".[3] A 2002 interview between Harris and Hollywood Five-O includes discussion of his works as well as of Kubrick, Marlon Brando, Laurence Olivier, Lolita, and various other topics. It includes photos of Harris and screencaps of Kirk Douglas, Sue Lyon (who portrayed Lolita), James Mason, and Peter Sellers.[4]
In 2020, Michelle Phillips alleged that Harris became emotionally involved with Sue Lyon while filming Lolita and that Harris had become her first lover when she was 14 years old. When contacted, the 92-year-old Harris refused to respond to the allegation with an affirmation or denial.[5]
