CINEkids International Children's Film Series
Frida Kahlo is a little girl who faces life’s trials and tribulations with her overflowing imagination.
A true delight for the eyes, this vibrant animated feature tells the story of a strong-willed young girl and her burgeoning curiosity, creativity, and zest for life, a young girl who will one day become a legendary artist and activist. Surrounded by the visceral and dazzling sights and sounds of her hometown of Coyoacán, Mexico, young Frida’s daily adventures are punctuated with drawing, tree climbing, playing with her sister, and adventures with the neighborhood dog. But her childhood is put on hold following a devastating polio diagnosis, and Frida must spend her days in her bedroom. Forced to live a spell indoors, she turns to her imagination and creates a world filled with endless possibilities, supported by her loving family and friends, and develops an ironclad inner spirit that will guide her through life’s hardships. [82 min; animation; Spanish with English subtitles]
Come early to the screening and get your creativity flowing! We will have coloring pages on hand before our screening for folks who want to arrive early for some Frida-inspired craft time. You can also download Hola Frida! coloring sheets and decorate at home. If you want to explore the themes of Hola Frida! even further, you can access all of the film's teaching and activity resources here.
“Hola Frida! welds escapism with pragmatism in the face of adversity, through a visual and emotional adventure that will touch the hearts of the young and old.” — Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi, Cinema Daily US
"A bright and beautiful coming-of-age tale." — Steve Kopian, Unseen Films
"Introduces a new generation to an iconic Mexican artist." — Tara Bennett, Cartoon Brew
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