Frida, the gripping story of the tumultuous relationship between Mexican muralist Diego Rivera and ultra-liberated artist Frida Kahlo and the dramatic times in which they lived, is a rich cinematic bouquet of gorgeous sounds and visuals, intoxicating characters and epic storytelling. With fine acting from
Salma Hayek,
Alfred Molina and so many others and a brilliant stylistic turn from director
Julie Taymor, the film is unique and involving entertainment presented on a broad canvas but resonant in its revelations of intimate human connection.