Sitting on Chrome

Discover the inspirations and influences that drive artists Mario Ayala, rafa esparza, and Guadalupe Rosales in this short documentary film accompanying their collaborative exhibition, Sitting on Chrome, on view at SFMOMA August 5, 2023–January 7, 2024. Embark on a trip to Los Angeles and experience behind-the-scenes footage of the artists’ studios while listening to their insights on how lowrider car culture and queer cruising come together in this immersive exhibition.

Credit Line:
Director and Editor: Shannon Morzov
Producer: Santino Gonzales
Cinematographer: Andria Chamberlin
Composer: Bryan Stage
Colorist: Tyler Granlund
Rerecording Mixer: Jonathan Grossman
Production Sound Mixer: A. Tad Chamberlain
Post-Production Supervisor: Scott Fitzpatrick
Special Thanks: Zamora Brothers Restaurant and
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