Frida Kahlo (2020)
The icon, the artist.
- Genre: Documentary
- Country: United Kingdom
- Runtime: 90 min
- Rated: 12+
- Released: 2020-06-15
- Czech release: 2026-07-14
- TMDB rating: 7.2 / 10 (3)
She was a prolific self-portraitist, using the canvas as a mirror through all stages of her turbulent and, at times, tragic life. This highly engaging film takes us on a journey through the life of one of the most prevalent female icons: Frida Kahlo. Displaying a treasure trove of colour and a feast of vibrancy on screen, this personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, men, women, politics and her cultural heritage.
- Director: Ali Ray
- Series: Exhibition on Screen Collection
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About
Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) was a Mexican painter known for her intensely personal and symbolic works. Her self-portraits and paintings drew heavily on Mexican folk art and her own physical suffering. She had a turbulent lifelong relationship with muralist Diego Rivera.
Ali Ray is a journalist, factual TV director, and occasional presenter. Her specialist subject areas are popular art history, food, travel, and the outdoor industry.
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