Frida isn’t a bad film, but it often floats around the edges of its subject. We learn more about Diego Rivera—the man who painted walls—and the famous figures orbiting her, like Trotsky and Rockefeller, than we do about Frida Kahlo herself. There’s not enough insight into what drives her, what fuels her art, or who she truly is beneath the striking imagery. The most insightful moment comes in a brief exchange—less than 20 seconds—as she talks to Trotsky atop Mayan ruins. But even that is quickly reframed through his interpretation of her story before he shifts the focus to his family, stripping her of agency once again. The direction is lively and visually creative, and Salma Hayek is strong in the lead, but the film never quite digs deep. It feels more like a guided tour of those around her than a portrait of the woman herself.

Salma Hayek should have received the Oscar. Enough said.

I could understand why people could like this movie, but it just wasn't for me. Lost interest about halfway through, as it just did not have much to keep me intrigued. If you are a fan of romance and artistry, you'll love this. Just not for me. I also did not seem to learn much about Frida. I will praise the visuals and acting though, was really well done.

The movie is mostly very mundane and a tedious watch. I can only recommend watching it if you are interested in the life and history of Frida as well as the history of communism. However, even in the depiction of these themes the experience can seem a bit muddled and unclear in intention.

Cómo espectador a veces sentimos como si la película pasara de un colorido acontecimiento a otro sin tregua, pero a Frida Kahlo le debe haber parecido que su vida también lo hacía

If not for Hayek's performance and Taymor's interesting forays into Kahlo's mind, this would be a pretty forgettable biopic.

In an age of fake super-heroes, this a movie of a real human hero. This is not a story with a Hollywood ending but a story about real life. I won't say more as I think it as you should see the movie unfold a a life unfolds.

While a showcase to find Salma Hayek at her dignified best and more of Alfred Molina's humbleness to form a melodramatic chemistry, the film itself seems to go by the numbers with effective grips but dazzles more as unique cinematic appreciation towards art in general with such respectful exhibition to representationally express the subject's influence. (B+)

An incredible sight on the life of astonishing artist. I love her paintings, how they are deep, meaningful and relatable. I definitely recommend this worderful combination of art and representation of her sadly beautiful life.

This movie evokes David Lean's "Lawrence Of Arabia" in a sense, that both movies were not intended to be straight biographies of their respective historical figures. In fact, this movie even made me think of the "I Love Lucy" sitcom, with Diego Rivera as the buffoon to Frida Kahlo the straight woman. The movie starts with Frida Kahlo at age 18, just before she had the accident while riding a bus, which would cause her crippling injuries she would carry for the remainder of her life. She is given a canvas and paints by her family to occupy her while she initially recovers, and she adopts a surrealistic style, and later meets and marries already famous muralist Diego Rivera. They become left-wing radicals while living in high society, move to the United States where Rivera would try to paint his mural depicting Lenin in the Rockefeller Center, then move back when the project is cancelled and the mural destroyed. Both spouses have many extramarital affairs, though Diego gets upset when his wife has one with Leon Trotsky. (I saw the movie in the theater, and the audience all groaned in mockery when Diego complained to Frida about it.) Like I said, the movie is drama rather than biography; we see Frida, despite her sufferings, as strong and laughing at her many troubles. We don't see what moves her politically or artistically, but the movie is for entertainment and not education.

Julie Taymor's unique, artistic style matches perfectly with the artists life cycle.

This movie was decent. Salma Hayek and Alfred Molina give amazing performances. It is very dramatic. Almost like a soap opera but Frida Kahlo's life was very dramatic and tragic.

Okay film to pass the time.

Beautifully and artistically done.

one of the best movies i've seen but his script i found a bit boring but you can watch it.

This biographical drama about the famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo is great. Selma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Mia Maestro, and the rest of the cast did an excellent job in this movie. The plot to the movie is very dramatic and depressing at times, but it still keeps the audience interested. Frida Kahlo had a very creative vision in her art, she really expressed her emotions in her work through life experiences. That's pretty impressive. If you haven't seen this movie yet, check it out sometime. It's worth watching sometime.

A gripping & passionate masterpiece! Salma Hayek gives a captivating performance - I find myself emotionally connected with her as Frida & cry every time I view this film. The fashion is beautifully curated as well as the architecture - wow!! The film Frida is a creative depiction of her beautiful & painful life - leaving you with empathy in your heart & curiosity on your mind 10/10

An entertaining look at the life of a great artist and intriguing force of life. I don't know how accurate it is, but I do feel I understand her art a little better now.

I wasn't engaged in the story but the performances were good enough for me not to care.

An undeniable honest portrait of an artist ahead of her time (and that continues to impact and inspire many artists across the world), albeit with some artistic license in the true story (which is a minor problem that doesn't ruin the movie at all). The design is amazingly adapted from the very art from Frida Kahlo, as of the make up and the score are totally respectful and inspired from the Mexican culture. And of course, we must not forget the incredible cast (led by an unforgettable Salma Hayek in the lead role), all of that lead by a wonderful direction from Julie Taymor.