Electronic Press Kit
The Compatriots in Philly!
June 14th at 7:15 PM
Undocumented, gay, and facing deportation, Javi reunites with his estranged best friend—a loudmouthed bachelor craving connection. Together, they fight to keep Javi in the only country he’s ever known.
Premiering at the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival!
Starring Rafael Silva, Denis Shepard & Caroline Portu
Directed by Spencer Cohen
PHOTOS
FILMS
THE COMPATRIOTS (COMING SOON)
In the lead role, Rafael portrays Javi, an undocumented immigrant facing imminent deportation. When he unexpectedly reunites with his estranged best friend, Hunter, they join forces to prevent Javi’s expulsion from the only country he has ever called home. Directed by Spencer Cohen.
Godmothered (2020)
LGBTQ+ representation matters, and Godmothered takes inclusivity to the forefront. In a heartwarming scene with Jillian Bell, they tell the story of what families look like in this retelling of a modern fairytale. Directed by Sharon Maguire.
Don’t Look Up (2021)
Acting alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Rob Morgan, and Hettienne Park, Rafael plays Mathew, a NASA scientist trying to make sense of the approaching comet that will destroy planet Earth. Now streaming on Netflix. Directed by Adam McKay.
Little Women (2019)
Rafael portrays a Portuguese immigrant in 1860’s New York City in this timely classic. Directed by Greta Gerwig, he shares the screen with four time Academy Award nominee Saoirse Ronan, and Louis Garrel.
Amigos Tontos (2023)
In 1872 Oklahoma, two cowboys entertain themselves with a nightly routine. Long before the internet or televisions, we had the campfire. It's where stories were told. But what type of stories did cowboys share at the end of a hard days work? Directed by Josh Kirk.
The New Tenant (2021)
In this drama-mystery short film, Rafael stars as Daniel, the possessive boyfriend that is threatened by everything and everyone. As his world starts to fall apart, desperation and anger kick in. Directed by Youssef Hesham.
VIDEOS
MUSIC
Terça Club
A psychedelic funk synth band blending Latin and Brazilian rhythms with American funk and cosmic grooves. Formed in Somerville, Massachusetts, Terça Club crafts genre-defying sounds that transport listeners to another dimension—groovy, unpredictable, and electric. Featuring Alex Taylor, Jared Detsikas, Marco Tulio, Matthew Glover, and Rafael Silva, the band delivers a dynamic mix of influences. Their latest release, MB69, is out now, with music featured in the film The Compatriots.
AWARDS
BEST ACTOR
at Chelsea Film Festival
In October 2024, Rafael Silva was honored with the Best Actor award at the Chelsea Film Festival in New York City for his compelling portrayal of Javi in The Compatriots. His performance was lauded as a true rollercoaster of emotions.
BEST NARRATIVE FEATURE
& EMERGING NEW ENGLAND FILMMAKER
at Woods Hole Film Festival
In August 2024, The Compatriots won Best Narrative Feature at the Woods Hole Film Festival, solidifying its impact as a standout film. Director Spencer Cohen was honored as Emerging New England Filmmaker for his bold vision.
