Hola Frida!
| Hola Frida! | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | André Kadi Karine Vézina |
| Screenplay by | Anne Bryan Sophie Faucher André Kadi |
| Based on | Frida, c’est moi by Sophie Faucher and Cara Carmina |
| Produced by | André Kadi Florence Roche |
| Starring | Emma Rodriguez Olivia Ruiz Manuel Tadros |
| Music by | Laetitia Pansanel-Garric |
Production companies | Haut et Court Du Coup Animation |
Release dates | |
Running time | 82 minutes |
| Countries | Canada France |
| Language | Spanish |
Hola Frida! is a Canadian-French animated film, directed by André Kadi and Karine Vézina and released in 2024.[1] Based in part on Sophie Faucher's illustrated children's book Frida c'est moi, the film recounts the childhood of influential Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.[2]
The film's voice cast includes Emma Rodriguez as Kahlo in childhood and Olivia Ruiz as Kahlo in adulthood, as well as Sophie Faucher, Rebeca Gonzales, Léo Côté, Manuel Tadros, Annie Girard and Joey Bélanger in supporting roles.
The film received a preview screening at the 2024 Annecy International Animation Film Festival, and had its official premiere at the Morelia International Film Festival.[3]
Awards
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec Cinema Awards | 2025 | Most Successful Film Outside Quebec | Florence Roche, André Kadi, Laurence Petit, Carole Scotta, Eliott Khayat, Karine Vézina | Nominated | [4] |
References
- ^ Tara Bennett, "‘Hola Frida’ Introduces A New Generation To An Iconic Mexican Artist". Cartoon Brew, March 5, 2025.
- ^ Pascal Leblanc, "Encore et toujours inspirante". La Presse, April 4, 2025.
- ^ Jamie Lang, "Dandelooo Sells ‘Hola Frida!’ Animated Feature in Mexico, Spain, Greece". Variety, October 13, 2024.
- ^ Fanny Bourel, "Une langue universelle en tête des nominations du Gala Québec Cinéma". Radio Canada International, October 8, 2025.
External links
- Hola Frida! at IMDb