The film Leonora will have its world premiere at the Guadalajara International Film Festival, taking place June 6–14.
Directed by Thor Klein and Lena Vurma, Leonora is a cinematic adaptation of Elena Poniatowska’s novel that recounts the life of surrealist painter Leonora Carrington. Featuring an international cast that includes Olivia Vinall, Cassandra Ciangherotti, Luis Gerardo Méndez, Alexander Scheer, Ryan Gage, and Istvan Teglas, the film is scheduled to debut on June 8 at Cineteca FICG, Sala 04.
Synopsis
Set in 1946 in Xilitla, San Luis Potosí, the film follows Leonora Carrington as she enters the surrealist garden built by Edward James, embarking on a journey between reality and delirium. The story takes us from her childhood in England to her life in mid-20th-century Mexico, exploring her rebellion, resilience, and evolution into one of the most important surrealist artists in art history.
Shot in various locations around Xilitla, including the Edward James Sculpture Garden—known as Las Pozas—the production has helped stimulate the local economy, benefiting hotels and restaurants and creating employment for the local community.
Leonora Carrington
Widely considered one of the most important surrealist artists of the 20th century, Leonora Carrington was born in England in 1917 and moved to Mexico in 1942, later becoming a naturalized Mexican citizen. Her work spanned painting, sculpture, literature, and design, blending Celtic mythology, surrealism, and Mexican cultural elements. In 1963, she painted the mural The Magical World of the Maya at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City—one of her most celebrated works. Carrington received the National Prize for Arts and Sciences in 2005, and her artistic legacy continues to be honored in Mexico and around the world.
Where to See Her Work in Mexico City
Although the Leonora Carrington House Museum remains closed, her work lives on across various spaces in Mexico City—from museums and public sculptures to private collections.
At The Mexico City Edit, we can help you explore this legacy in a more intimate and personalized way. We coordinate private visits, accompany you to view selected works, and provide guidance throughout the acquisition process. Whether you’re a new or seasoned collector, our art advising service is designed to support you at every step of the journey.
