Movie Friday

This week, I would like to recommend one of my favorite movies of all time. I saw this movie a couple of years ago and was mesmorized. When I watch it today, I am still overwhelmed by the beauty and magic of it.

Frida tells the true life story of Frida Kahlo, the famed Mexican artist. The only thing that disappointed me about the film was that it was in English. The film would have been even more beautiful and authentic if it was in Spanish. Salma Hayak plays Frida Kahlo in the role of her lifetime. She brings a confidence and tenacity to the role that I did not see in her before this film. The rest of the cast is magnificent as well; Alfred Molina, Ashley Judd, Geoffrey Rush, Edward Norton, Diego Luna, and many many more talented actors.

Julie Taymor directed this film and created a vivid and beautiful world for our imaginations to live in. She intertwines scenes of Frida's life with amazing animated scenes utilizing the skeletons from El Dia de Los Meurtos festivities. It gives the film an other world quality that is hard to describe. The soundtrack is also beautiful and haunting, featuring the amazing Lila Downs. Her voice touches the deepest reaches of your soul.

Frida Kahlo crammed much into her short life and interpreted her life through her paintings. Everything is there on canvas for us to see; her joys and sorrows, her strengths and faults. This film is a fitting tribute to her memory and an inspiration that we all add some color to our lives.

Cuidate.