'LA originals': Release date, plot, cast and all you need to know about Netflix documentary on street culture and art

The documentary explores the culture and landmarks of the Chicano and street art movement
Eminem (Getty Images)
Eminem (Getty Images)

Netflix's latest documentary 'LA Originals' explores the Chicano and street art movement. The streaming network describes the work as one where "photographer Estevan Oriol and artist Mister Cartoon turned their Chicano roots into gritty art, impacting street culture, hip hop and beyond".

Release date

The documentary will release on April 10, 2020.

Plot

The official synopsis reads: "A documentary exploring the culture and landmarks of the chicano and street art movement that cemented Mister Cartoon and Estevan Oriol’s status as behind-the-scenes hip hop legends."

Cast

The commentary on the documentary features Kobe Bryant, Eminem, Michelle Rodriguez, Danny Trejo, Snoop Dogg, Cypress Hill, Blink-182, Wilmer Valderrama, Terry Crews, George Lopez and more.

Creators

The documentary is directed by Oriol and written by Brian Maya and Omar Quiroga. Oriol is a Mexican-American photographer, music video director and urban lifestyle entrepreneur. Oriol has had his work featured in many magazines which reflect LA's urban culture and has photographed numerous celebrities including Eminem, Kim Kardashian, Cypress Hill, Dennis Hopper, Blink-182, Forest Whitaker, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Adrien Brody, Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent and Danny Trejo. 

Trailer

The trailer is yet to be released. Watch out this space for updates.

Where to watch

Catch 'LA Originals' on April 10, 2020, on Netflix.

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