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| Omar Chaparro, Martha Higadera. No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
Latino moviegoers are eager for more films centered on Latino themes, and “No Manches Frida” is one of the few movies that can showcase Latino representation in theaters across the United States.
Last week, we had the opportunity to attend the Los Angeles premiere of “No Manches Frida,” or, in English, “W.T.F. Frida,” at LA Live in Downtown. That humongous red carpet was a lot of fun to be part of.
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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| Adal Ramones and his daughter. No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
One of the main reasons to go to the movies is to laugh and have fun. This Mexican teen comedy will entertain viewers because “o Manches Frida” is a feel-good movie.
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| REIK, No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
The fantastic music score of “No Manches Frida” includes original songs by the talented and well-known Mexican pop band REIK, who also appeared in the movie.
Technically, the movie is well-made - the colors are vibrant, the editing is quick, the sound quality is good, and the overall production is excellent (including credits, publicity, and visuals). These elements compensate for the issues with the story, script adaptation, directing, and acting.
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| Omar Chaparro, No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
The ex-con, who suddenly becomes a substitute teacher and is played by Omar Chaparro (“Strings Attached,” “Compadres”, doesn’t stay true to his character’s nature. The main character is overly influenced by pretentiousness.
The actor’s personality dominates his actions, and he remains the same throughout the movie, showing no development. His jokes could be more fitting and less out of line with his character.
Chaparro’s pretentious attitude distracts viewers, who are left trying to piece the story together.
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. Copyrights 2016 |
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
The director should have created a complete bio on the Ex-Con so Chaparro could portray a credible, strict teacher and command respect from his students.
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| Omar Chaparro, Martha Higadera, No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyright 2016 |
Martha Higadera (“Street Kings,” “Mariachi Gringo,” “McFarland, USA” does an excellent job portraying the sweetest teacher everyone hopes for.
Higadera depicts a low-key, nerdy teacher; her character development feels more genuine and relatable than her male counterpart.
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| No Manches Frida, LA Premiere. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. ©Copyrights 2016 |
In the film’s plot, location is crucial. The importance of the school’s newly built gym isn’t revealed until the very end, but the tension isn’t quite there.
The Ex-Con is digging a tunnel to reach the money, but nothing major happens inside the gym during the movie.
The overuse of profanity, mannerisms, and graffiti on the blackboard might offend some viewers.
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| Fernanda Castillo (“El Señor de los Cielos” rocked the red carpet. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
People go to the movies for entertainment, and “No Manches Frida” is excellent.
While the Mexican comedy continues earning money at the North American box office, the film is expanding to more theaters.
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Aislinn Derbez (“A la Mala”. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
At the fantastic premiere of “No Manches Frida,” other Latino celebrities expressed their love and support for this new Cine Mexicano project, which has captivated the Hispanic market in the United States.
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| Karla Souza "Nosotros los Nobles," Sundown," "¿Qué culpa tiene el niño?").Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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| Aislinn Derbez (“A la Mala” and his father Eugenio Derbez (“Instructions Not Included,” “Miracles from Heaven”. Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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| “No Manches Frida” LA Premiere Interior Photo by Jose A Hermosillo. © Copyrights 2016 |
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