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In everyone’s life there exist stages, which change you in one way or another, some help you discover your true self. The film Frida, directed by Julie Taymor, reveals the amazing life story of Frida Kahlo. The life of the famous Mexican painter, Frida, changes drastically after her accident on the trolley, which burdens her with physical pain throughout the film. Taymor lets the audience witness the many struggles that were put into Frida’s path, but those same struggles are what inspired her to become the woman she is. Through her painting she established a relationship with the Mexican/Communist mural painter Diego Rivera, who had a great affect in Frida’s life. One can interpret Frida as a strong woman who struggled a lot in life; the physical pain from the accident along with the emotional stress of being married to an unfaithful husband is what influenced Frida to her self-discovery journey. At a young age, Frida first meets Diego at her school; he’s painting a mural. Frida seems to be fascinated with Diego’s work. When the mural is finished Frida can’t take her eyes off of it. Her boyfriend at the time, Alex, has to pull her away so they could catch the trolley. Unfortunately, that trolley is the o