Jichael Mackson
Cinemas
In 1970s Iran, Marjane 'Marji' Satrapi watches events through her young eyes and her idealistic family of a long dream being fulfilled of the hated Shah's defeat in the Iranian Revolution of 1979. However as Marji grows up, she witnesses first hand how the new Iran, now ruled by Islamic fundamentalists, has become a repressive tyranny on its own.
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Common questions
What is Persepolis about?+
It tells the autobiographical story of Marjane Satrapi as she grows up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution and later navigates life as an exile in Europe.
Who directed Persepolis?+
Marjane Satrapi and Vincent Paronnaud directed this 2007 animated film, which adapts Satrapi's own graphic memoir.
Has Persepolis won any awards?+
Yes, it won the Jury Prize at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival.
Where can I watch Persepolis?+
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