The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo

Director: Amy Stechler

Overview

An artist whose life was as bold and startling as her work, Frida Kahlo battled physical infirmity and a male-dominated art establishment to become one of the most acclaimed and influential painters of her generation. Kahlo also had a passionate interest in politics with her leftist views informed by the Mexican Revolution; she was an outspoken advocate of Communism and a powerful symbol of the progressive movement throughout her life. The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo is a documentary which tells Kahlo's story as a woman, as an artist, and as a symbol of women's rights and Latin progress. The film is narrated by actress Rita Moreno, while singer Lila Downs provides the voice of Kahlo.

Product Details

Release Date:	02/28/2006
UPC:	0841887051804
Original Release:	2004
Rating:	NR
Source:	Pbs (Direct)
Region Code:	1
Presentation:	[B&W]
Sound:	[Dolby Digital Stereo]
Language:	English
Time:	1:30:00
Sales rank:	32,379

Special Features

Closed Caption;Interviews with Kahlo's students; Spanish audio

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits

Rita Moreno	Narrator,Narrator
Lila Downs	Frida Kahlo
Carlos Garica	Composer
Ernesto Anaya	Composer

Technical Credits

Amy Stechler

Amy Stechler	Director,Screenwriter,Producer
George Schafnacker	Sound/Sound Designer