Review of Frida (2002) by Kelly L — 26 Sep 2009
Going into this film, I knew nothing of Frida Kahlo. Frida is quite provocative in it's storytelling and is lavish with colors straight from her pallette. Julie Taymor was correct on casting Salma Hayek for the role of Frida.
Even with her healthy uni-brow, Hayek is ever beautiful. Maybe her most erotic film yet. Alfred Molina played a great role in Diego Rivera, Frida's womanizing husband. I also found his face to be a bit more feminine than Hayeks.
Maybe it's just me, but I found their marriage to be a bit rushed. Then again, their illicit affairs with other people, especially Fridas', kind of made that part irrelevant. They even shared the same women.
Their relationship was very open in the sexual department. I also found the imagination on Frida to be entertaining. Even when some of the animations randomly came on screen. Maybe some of the most captivating performances by the many actors gracing this film.
This review of Frida (2002) was written by Kelly L on 26 Sep 2009.
Frida has generally received positive reviews.
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