This Breathtaking Video Of Frida Kahlo Is Oddly Mesmerizing

A staple of Mexican culture.

To commemorate the anniversary of Frida Kahlo's death, Pero Like produced a video about the Mexican artist's life, and it's GORGEOUS:

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Frida Kahlo, real name Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón, was a prominent painter, whose artwork became a staple in popular Mexican culture.

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She was known for her self-portraits, often donning flamboyant outfits celebrating indigenous culture. Her artwork constantly pushed the envelope and asked questions about identity, feminism, class, and race. She died on July 13, 1954.

While offering stunning visuals, the video also gives interesting facts about Frida's iconic style.

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And how she managed to turn her personal turmoil...

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...into the artwork we've come to adore.

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Check out the whole video here:

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