Mike Flores

Growing up in extreme poverty in his native Iran, Mansour Bahrami worked his way up through the junior ranks and became a professional tennis player, only to be forced to quit by the authorities after the Iranian Revolution of the late 70s. Determined to continue playing tennis, Mansour self-exiled to France, and again overcame serious hardships in order to earn his way back into the professional tennis ranks. Through all of the setbacks, he maintained his sense of humor and love for not only the game of tennis, but also for entertaining the crowds he plays in front of.

Directed and Produced by Sam Klein for the Tennis Channel

Director of Photography: Mike Flores

Movi Operator: Mike Flores

Directed and Produced by Heath Woodlief for the Tennis Channel

Featuring professional tennis players Nicole Gibbs and Sam Groth.

Director of Photography: Mike Flores

Movi Operator: Mike Flores

This is my Director of Photography / Camera Operator montage showreel. Current as of Spring 2013. 

I was a Camera Operator on Ken Block's latest Gymkhana video. 

Director: Ben Conrad

DP: Jordan Valenti

A montage of my timelapse shots through the summer of 2010.

Music is by Hans Zimmer, "Dream is Collapsing" from the Inception soundtrack.

"Replaced" by Charlie Wadhams. Official Music Video. 

Directed by Nick Ebeling and Starring - Charlie Wadhams - Erinn Hayes - Coco Morier - Georgina Leahy - Kenzi Harr - Arlan J. Wood - Benji Hughes - Joel Virgel - Amir Yaghmai - Ashley Dzerigian - Shay - Chris Masterson - Jay Johnston

DP - Mike Flores
Post Production - Danny Reams 
Additional Dialogue Written by A.P. Menzies & Nick Ebeling 
Produced by Sheri Timmons & Steve Pross for Dirt Bike Press

Viral film for Monster Energy drink featuring Baja Champion BJ Baldwin and his 800HP Trophy Truck rescuing a damsel in distress driving a Nissan GT-R. 

Directed by Eric Everly

Director of Photography: Chris Adams

2nd Unit DP/ Camera Operator: Mike Flores

Reveal film for the Lexus LF-NX concept SUV. 

I was the 2nd Unit DP on this film, shooting architectural elements as well as people and street artworks that were then transformed using  kaleidoscopic and mirrored effects as seen in the film.

Directed by Konrad Begg

Director of Photography: Jan Richter-Friis

DP 2nd Unit: Mike Flores

Top Gear's Richard Hammond travels to Texas Motor Speedway in order to shed some light on the USA's most popular form of Motorsport, NASCAR. 

Directed by Owen Trevor

Camera Operators: Mike Flores and Ben Joiner

Top Gear UK Series 18, Episode 2

2011 Lincoln MKX spot featuring John Slattery. I shot the timelapse that bookends this commercial. 

Directed and Photographed by Lance Acord

Director of Photography: Michael Fitzmaurice

Timelapse Photography: Mike Flores

Launch film for the new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé. 

Directed by Peter Refle

Director of Photography: Mike Fitzmaurice

DP 2nd Unit / Timelapse: Mike Flores

 Baja Social Club is the authentic human story of a band of pioneering and passionate risk-takers that four decades ago created the original extreme sport while unveiling a very special land for the rest of the world to enjoy.  They are the last of their breed, but still young at heart.

Today's General Tire NORRA Mexican 1000 vintage off-road rally serves a backdrop for the inspirational tale of how these men come together, perhaps for the last time, to rediscover themselves on a 1,200-mile journey to their collective soul. This primitive, hostile and beautiful strip of dreams that was once their most daunting adversary has now become their spiritual home. The pioneers are joined by a group of youthful new adventurers seeking to follow their footprints including racers Jim Riley, Rick Johnson and Boyd Jaynes.

I provided scenic footage and timelapse from my personal archives for this film, as well as working as the DP for several of the featured interviews. 

Directed by Matt Goodman

Director of Photography: Mike Flores

Brian Deegan the short course off-road truck racer faces a less mature, arrogant version of himself as a freestyle motocross rider. 

I directed and photographed this promotional film for Maxxis Tires and Metal Mullisha. 

Director / DP: Mike Flores

2nd Unit DP: Milan Spasic

I shot the motion controlled timelapse that is featured at the end of this commercial. 

Directed by Nigel Simpkiss

Director of Photography: Michael Fitzmaurice

DP 2nd Unit / Timelapse: Mike Flores

A Subaru commercial for the WRX STI emphasizing Subaru's rich history in Rally Racing. This is a spec spot.

Director / DP: MIke Flores

 A short film about a photojournalist who stumbles upon a cartel execution and supernatural events in the the "Zone of Silence" in Mexico. Starring David Lyons, Luis Moncada, Edward Mora, and Marco Rodriguez. 

Shot on the prototype Canon C300 Cinema EOS Camera, with support from Canon. 

Director: Vincent Laforet

Director of Photography: Polly Morgan

DP 2nd Unit / B Camera Operator: Mike Flores  

Ken Block's original gymkhana video, which became an internet phenomenon and led to a series of viral films with over 80 Million collective views.   

Directed by Joshua Martelli

Director of Photography: Mike Flores

Ken Block's second installment of his viral Gymkhana video franchise. Over 42 Million views as of 10/2013

Directed by Josh Martelli

Director of Photography: Mike Flores