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Frida

2002·Movie
2h 3min·R
72
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

A real life story, history, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Visual Stylization8

Who it's for

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About

Prepare to be seduced.

A biography of artist Frida Kahlo, who channeled the pain of a crippling injury and her tempestuous marriage into her work.
Biographical DramaMexican Art & CulturePassionate & TurbulentVisually RichFeminist PerspectiveHistorical ContextComplex RelationshipsEmotional IntensityResilience & Art

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Frida

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Frida legally?

Frida is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Frida worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Frida rated?

RNuditySexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is Frida?

2 h 3 min

Frida runs 2 h 3 min.

Is Frida based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Frida?

Critics69
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Frida much the same way.

Was Frida a box office hit?

Budget$12 million
Box office$56 million

Yes. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $56 million worldwide, 4.7 times its budget.

What language is Frida in?

EnglishRussianFrench

It was made in English, with some Russian, French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Frida?

102ADAEAGALARATAUAZBABBBGBHBOBR+88

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Frida in 102 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Frida use?

Aw, Look! They Really Do Love Each OtherMy Sister Is Off-LimitsMy God, What Have I Done?Ugly Guy, Hot WifeNay-TheistEveryone Has Standards"The Reason You Suck" SpeechQueer Establishing MomentDaddy's GirlFanservice ExtraGood ParentsContrived Coincidenceand 22 more

TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for Frida, including Aw, Look! They Really Do Love Each Other, My Sister Is Off-Limits, My God, What Have I Done?.