Persepolis (Tribute to Marjane Satrapi)

Show & Culture

Marjane, a young girl, grows up in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution. Her life is shaped by political turmoil, family bonds, and eventual exile in Europe. Through striking black-and-white animation, the film turns a personal coming-of-age story into a broader reflection on revolution, identity, and what it means to feel at home. Its minimalistic style makes events large and small from a distant place feel relatable to everyone. "As modern as tomorrow's headlines and as classic as an ancient myth." (The Globe and Mail) "Persepolis blends laughter with tears, without ignoring the ravages of the Islamic dictatorship and its share of intolerance and arrests. Funny and poignant, educational and captivating." (Paris Match)