Persepolis

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Rody T @RT56832923 May 24 The best animated movie that I've ever seen, in my opinion. It's discussing the sides of being born in an islamic country. Shah wasn't right and the revaltion laws, too. Every community that oppress the humans and takes any right from their rights and freedom; becomes a failure communities. See more Jens B @Jens97 Mar 31 Even in the tragic moments, Marjane Satrapi is full of wit and creative ideas, making "Persepolis" an enjoyable yet thought-provoking and heartbreaking film. Today, as Islam and headscarves become increasingly popular among German youth of the TikTok generation, it's helpful to remember how many people have been tortured and murdered in the name of (not only) this religion, simply because they wanted to live self-determined and true to themselves. Religion is a Pied Piper, not an answer. It serves only to oppress, to enable a minority to rule. We need more grandmothers like Marjane's... See more Elika J. @syanna Dec 27 As an Iranian, watching this was frustrating. The historical knowledge is pretty accurate, but the voice actors would constantly pronounce things, such as Tehran and Iran, wrong. The voice actors sounded monotone, and had distinct American accents. You’d think a movie about the Iranian revolution would have at least a few Iranian voice actors. It was embarrassing to watch. See more Stephen C @bob25009 06/07/2025 Success in 1 hour and 35 minutes!!!!!!!!! Rated PG-13 for Language, Brief Drug Content, Mature Thematic Material, Sexual References and Violent Images!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In French (France) and English versions with English subtitles!!!!!!!!!!! See more Alejandro C @RT83737709 05/26/2025 Mucho menos interesante de lo que indican la mayoría de críticos Dos cosas: Es una apología del tabaco y el fumeteo y la autora tiene el gusto musical en el trasero, porque en el oído evidentemente no.😜 See more Ben D @RT87620530 11/14/2024 Persepolis is the exact sort of animated feature that addresses a tumultuous point in history while simultaneously giving an entertaining and funny coming-of-age story. The animation is also exceptional in its ability to bring a graphic novel to life. Marjane (Gabriele Lopes (child)/Chiara Mastroianni (adult)) is impressionable and precocious as a child who turns into a perceptive and emboldened young woman. Marjane speaks with God, imagines herself a revolutionary, participates in illegal underground activities (having fun), and even is shamed when she uses the corrupt system of her culture to evade trouble. The animation style is largely normal with dramatic and cool transitions. The “Iranian Revolution” is the ultimate cautionary tale a la Animal Farm. The movie also finds the sweet spot of being equally effective for adults as for teens. “God forgive me,” says Grandmother (Danielle Darrieux) while stomping grapes in her bathtub. I can’t think of a better moment to summarize this story. I wish I had seen Persepolis sooner. Excellent movie. See more Read all reviews

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