Join Alliance Française de Seattle and Sjj agency for a special screening of the 2024 animated film Hola Frida! by André Kadi and Karine Vézina. The film is inspired by the children's book Je m'appelle Frida Kahlo by the Québécoise actress Sophie Faucher, illustrated by Mexican-Canadian visual artist Cara Carmina. Stay after the film for a book signing with our special guest, Cara Carmina!

At this occasion, Sjj agency will present a special exhibition created in homage to Sophie Faucher, who passed away on June 9. Developed with Cara Carmina, this tribute will be displayed at the Alliance Française, offering visitors a heartfelt moment to honor Sophie’s artistic legacy and the inspiration she continues to bring to our community.

Details

Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location: Alliance Française de Seattle
Audience: Ages 7+
Tickets: $5 youth / $10 adult ($7 youth / $12 adults for non-members)
This film is in French with English subtitles.

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Event Program:

• 1:30pm: Doors open, kids activities, book signing
• 1:45pm: Welcome words
• 2:00pm: Film screening begins
• 3:20pm: Q&A and book signing with Cara Carmina

More About the Book

Je m'appelle Frida Kahlo (2022)
Text by Sophie Faucher
Illustrations by Cara Carmina

Frida vit au Mexique. Très jeune, elle découvre la magie des couleurs. Frida déborde d'énergie, elle rit, elle pleure, elle aime, elle souffre. Elle devient la peintre la plus célèbre de son pays. C'est elle, Frida Kahlo !

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More About the Film

Hola Frida (2024)
Dir. André Kadi and Karine Vézina
Based on the book Je m'appelle Frida Kahlo by Sophie Faucher

Frida Kahlo is a little girl who is different. Sparkling and vibrant, everything interests her. And when life's trials and tribulations come her way, she faces them with her overflowing imagination.

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Special Guest

Cara Carmina

Cara Carmina is a Mexican-Canadian visual artist based in Montréal since 2009. An illustrator, author, textile designer, and doll maker, she has published more than twenty children’s books, several of which she also wrote. In October 2026, she will join an art residency in Seattle organized in partnership with FASPS and Sjj agency, dedicated to exploring the legacy of Frida Kahlo. Find out more.

Sponsors & Partners

Cara Carmina's visit to Seattle is made possible by Sjj agency's Maple J Villa artistic residency in Maple Valley, WA. This program fosters creative growth and collaboration, providing French-speaking talents with the space and support they need to prepare for tours, festivals, and new projects.