This is an experimental documentary about the struggle of Hip-hop artists in Seattle. The film attempts to investigate similarities and differences amongst Hip-Hop artists in Seattle. This project explores issues concerning every facet of the culture; music, fashion, dance and art (graffiti and canvas). It also functions as promotional…
2009 MayArchive for May, 2009
The Blank Canvas: Hip-Hop’s Struggle for Representation in Seattle
“The Scraper Bike King”
A touching documentary about the original creator of the Oakland-based Scraper Bike Movement: Tyrone Stevenson Jr. This film investigates how the 19 year-old entrepreneur first began the bicycle movement as a political vehicle to get kids off the mean streets of East Oakland. His recent fame generated by…
“Car-Scape: The Scale of Sound and Color”
An experimental documentary that explores the landscape of car exteriors through the scale of sound and color.
“Death (E)Scape”
An experimental documentary and music video that explores the private landscape of death through the eyes of a floating spirit that roams around a cemetery looking for an escape from purgatory.
Directed & Edited by Rafael Flores
Official Selection – 2009 SFSU Experimental Documentary Film Festival
“South of Tijuana” (Short)
A comical short about two obnoxious gringas who are pestered by a Mexican vendor on a beach resort. - Written & Directed by Rafael Flores (November 2009)
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“The Blank Canvas Soundtrack”
This is the non-profit soundtrack to the infamous documentary “The Blank Canvas”. (See upcoming projects) – “Featuring: Suntonio Bandanaz, Anthony Shears, Kublakai, JK & Daze, Cameron Austin, The Green Eyed Monster, DJ B-Girl, and many more.”
- Produced by Rafael Flores (Summer 2008)
“Miller Nash’s: The Office”
Contracted as a freelance project for Seattle’s Miller Nash Law Firm, this is a parody of the famous T.V. show “The Office”. To order a freelance project see contact info.
“Basement Lounge: Vol. 1 & 2″
The experimental new sounds from the Seattle Northwest Hip-hop movement. These albums capture the unique melancholic style of Seattle Hip-hop that blends everything from Kenny G, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain and Sir-Mix-a-Lot. Perfect for just sitting back and “lounging”.
- Composed by Cameron Austin (Cam) & Produced by Rafael Flores…
“The Repatriation”
A documentary about the mass deportation of American-born Chicanos & Mexicans during The Depression and the effects it has had on certain families.
- Written, Directed and Produced by Rafael Flores (Summer 2011)

