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Frida

Green, Sarah. (Added Author). Hayek, Salma, 1966- (Added Author). Polstein, Jay. (Added Author). Sigal, Clancy. (Added Author). Taymor, Julie, 1952- (Added Author). Molina, Alfred, 1953- (Added Author). Golino, Valeria. (Added Author). Maestro, Mía. (Added Author). Rees, Roger, 1944-2015 (Added Author). Luna, Diego, 1979- (Added Author). Rush, Geoffrey, 1951- (Added Author). Judd, Ashley. (Added Author). Banderas, Antonio. (Added Author). Prieto, Rodrigo. (Added Author). Bonnot, Françoise, 1939- (Added Author). Goldenthal, Elliot. (Added Author). Weiss, Julie. (Added Author). Fernández del Paso, Felipe, 1966- (Added Author). Herrera, Hayden. Frida. (Added Author). Miramax Films. (Added Author). Ventanarosa Productions. (Added Author). Lions Gate Films. (Added Author). Alliance Atlantis (Firm) (Added Author). Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Valeria Golino, Mia Maestro, Roger Rees, Diego Luna, Geoffrey Rush, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas. (Cast).

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780788844980
  • ISBN: 0788844989
  • Physical Description: 2 videodiscs (123 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
    videodisc
  • Edition: Widescreen version (1.85:1).
  • Publisher: [Montreal] : Alliance Atlantis, Canadian distributor, [2003], ©2002.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Originally released as a motion picture in 2002.
Based on the book by Hayden Herrera.
Dual layer format: layer transition may trigger a slight pause. Some players may not be able to access all features.
Special features: Disc 1: feature film with commentary by director Julie Taymor; selected scenes commentary with composer Elliot Goldenthal; a conversation with Salma Hayek -- Disc 2: American Film Institute Q & A with director Julie Taymor; Bill Moyers interview with Julie Taymor; Chavela Vargas interview; the voice of Lila Downs; the vision of Frida: with Rodrigo Prieto and Julie Taymor; the design of "Frida": with Felipe Fernandez; the music of "Frida": with Elliot Goldenthal and Salma Hayek; Salma Hayek's recording session; bringing Frida Kahlo's life and art to film: a walk through real locations; portrait of an artist; "Amobea Proteus" visual FX; "The Brothers Quay" visual FX; Frida Kahlo facts.
Formatted Contents Note: Special features: Disc 1. Feature film with commentary by director Julie Taymor ; selected scenes commentary with composer Elliot Goldenthal ; a conversation with Salma Hayek -- Disc 2. American Film Institute Q & A with director Julie Taymor ; Bill Moyers interview with Julie Taymor ; Chavela Vargas interview ; the voice of Lila Downs ; the vision of Frida: with Rodrigo Prieto and Julie Taymor ; the design of "Frida": with Felipe Fernandez ; the music of "Frida": with Elliot Goldenthal and Salma Hayek ; Salma Hayek's recording session ; bringing Frida Kahlo's life and art to film: a walk through real locations ; portrait of an artist ; "Amobea Proteus" visual FX ; "The Brothers Quay" visual FX ; Frida Kahlo facts.
Restrictions on Access Note:
Classroom use may be subject to licensing restrictions.
Creation/Production Credits Note: Director of photography, Rodrigo Prieto ; editor, Françoise Bonnot ; music composer, Elliot Goldenthal ; costume designer, Julie Weiss ; production designer, Felipe Fernández del Paso.
Participant or Performer Note: Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Valeria Golino, Mia Maestro, Roger Rees, Diego Luna, Geoffrey Rush, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas.
Summary, etc.: The life of artist Frida Kahlo, from her humble upbringing to her worldwide fame and controversy that surrounded both her and her husband, Diego Rivera.
Target Audience Note:
MPAA rating: R; for sexuality/nudity and language.
Canadian Home Video rating: 18A.
System Details Note:
DVD, 5.1 Dolby digital surround; widescreen (1.85:1 aspect ratio).
Language Note:
English or French dialogue, Spanish subtitles; closed-captioned.
Awards Note:
Academy Awards, USA, 2003: Oscar - Best Achievement in Makeup (John E. Jackson, Beatrice De Alba); Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Score (Elliot Goldenthal); Golden Globe award for best original score (Elliot Goldenthal).
Subject: Rivera, Diego 1886-1957 Drama
Kahlo, Frida Drama
Genre: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
Biographical films.
Feature films.

Available copies

  • 22 of 22 copies available at Bibliomation.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Southbury Public Library. (Show)

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