New Kahlo Documentary Premieres at Sundance Amid Mixed Reviews

Carla Gutiérrez's 'Frida' uses Kahlo's own words to narrate her life, but critics argue it fails to delve into the artist's complex legacy.

The new documentary 'Frida' by Carla Gutiérrez, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, explores the life and work of renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.
The film is criticized for not providing much new material about Kahlo's life and for failing to delve into the complexity of her legacy.
Despite the criticism, the documentary is praised for its use of Kahlo's own words, taken from her extensive journals and personal correspondences, to narrate her life story.
The film also features animations of Kahlo's paintings, a creative choice that has received mixed reviews.
Kahlo's complex relationship with her husband, famed muralist Diego Rivera, and her struggle with chronic pain following a bus accident are among the key aspects of her life explored in the documentary.