Persepolis
Running Time:
1 hr. 35 min.Release Date:
December 25, 2007Starring:
Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Danielle Darrieux, Simon Abkarian, Francois Jerosme, Gabrielle Lopes$4M
Box Office Gross
What's The Story
Eight-year-old Marjane is precocious and outgoing, and dreams one day of being a prophet who saves the world. But Tehran in 1978 isn't the best place for a girl like Marjane, as the new Islamic Republic takes control after the fall of the Shah's regime. The new government clamps down with laws and brutality, forcing Marjane to wear a veil and quiet her outspoken nature. As Tehran is attacked during war with Iraq, the repression Marjane faces worsens, and thousands of Iranians are imprisoned. Finally, fearing for her safety, Marjane's parents send her away to Austria. Years later, Marjane chooses to return to Iran, but will her free spirit allow her to stay?Three Good Reasons
- 1It won the Jury Prize at this year's Cannes Film Festival - quite an achievement for any filmmakers' first feature, let alone an animated one.
- 2The story is based on Marjane Satrapi's own life, and is adapted from the graphic novels she wrote and illustrated.
- 3Because whether you're Iranian, French, or American, singing "Eye of the Tiger" will always work to pump you up.
