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Becoming Frida Kahlo

A Modern Mexican Artist in New York

Season 1 Episode 3 | 1m 55s

Frida Kahlo becomes the talk of New York when she presents some of the most shocking paintings at her first solo art exhibition in November 1938. Virtually unknown in the city other than being famed muralist Diego Rivera’s wife, she makes a name for herself with the quality of her work. Art historians Luis-Martín Lozano and Gannit Ankori tell the story.

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Episode 3 Preview
Explore Frida Kahlo’s later life.
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Frida and Cristina
Frida Kahlo faces the ultimate betrayal from those closest to her.
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Follow Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s journey to America.
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The Making and Breaking
Explore the early life of Frida Kahlo as she discovers her genius for painting.
Episode: S1 E1 | 55:59
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Frida Kahlo, A Rule Breaker
Explore Frida Kahlo’s extraordinary life and her stormy relationship with Diego Rivera.
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Explore the life of celebrated artist Frida Kahlo in a three-part docuseries.
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Becoming Frida Kahlo
A Star Is Born
Explore Frida Kahlo’s later life.
Episode: S1 E3 | 56:00
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Becoming Frida Kahlo
Love and Loss
Follow Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s journey to America.
Episode: S1 E2 | 55:58
Watch • 55:59
Becoming Frida Kahlo
The Making and Breaking
Explore the early life of Frida Kahlo as she discovers her genius for painting.
Episode: S1 E1 | 55:59