Why was Rafael Casal expelled?

The drinking and smoking and not going to class led to Rafael getting expelled from high school as a sophomore. But his interest in poetry had sparked, and he started competing in the local slam scene.

Is Blindspotting based on a true story?

Diggs admits that while Blindspotting is not a true story, the characters and their stories are representative of the diverse group of people from where he grew up.

Who is Collin in Blindspotting?

Collin Hoskins (Daveed Diggs), a convicted felon, is struggling to finish the last three days of his probation. Collin, along with his short-tempered best friend Miles Turner (Rafael Casal), works for a moving company located in Oakland, California.

Who is Rafael del Casal?

Rafael Del Casal is an artist. The maker’s first piece to be offered at auction was “Angel” at León Gallery, Makati in 2021.

What does the dancing symbolize in Blindspotting?

In episode four, titled “Secrets,” a dance sequence serves as the episode’s core depicting the friendship between Miles and Collin (Diggs). There are no words, just a simple piano piece.

What do the dancers in Blindspotting represent?

Later, two black dancers interpretatively glide through Rainey’s home as Ashley looks on. Both are meant to represent Collin and Miles, but they give the vibe of patchwork players used to paper over a gaping thematic hole.