Persepolis

1h 35m|PG-13|Drama, Animated|2007
Based on Satrapi's graphic novel about her life in pre and post-revolutionary Iran and then in Europe. The film traces Satrapi's growth from child to rebellious, punk-loving teenager in Iran. In the background are the growing tensions of the political climate in Iran in the 70s and 80s, with members of her liberal-leaning family detained and then executed, and the background of the disastrous Iran/Iraq war.

Director:

Marjane Satrapi, Vincent Paronnaud

Cast:

Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Danielle Darrieux, Simon Abkarian, Gabrielle Benites, François Jerosme, Tilly Mandelbrot, Sophie Arthuys
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Persepolis
GENREDrama, Animated
DETAILSRuntime: 1h 35m Rating: PG-13