Leonora in the Morning Light

Leonora in the Morning Light

2025 · 103 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama, History

Leonora Carrington, an outstanding figure of surrealism, along with Frida Kahlo, was one of Mexico's most famous painters. As the long-time partner of Max Ernst and close friend of André Breton and Jean Miró, she continually struggles with her visionary imagination, which often triggers serious psychological crises.

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