Persepolis Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Filmmakers Vincent Paronnaud and Marjane Satrapi collaborated to co-write and co-direct this adaptation of Satrapi's bestselling autobiographical graphic novel detailing the trials faced by an outspoken Iranian girl who finds her unique attitude and outlook on life repeatedly challenged during the Islamic revolution. The English-language version features the voice talents of Sean Penn, Gena Rowlands, and Iggy Pop, with Catherine Deneuve and Chiara Mastroianni reprising their roles from the original French-language version. - Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
12/25/2007
DVD Release Date:
06/24/2008
Rating:
PG-13
MPAA Reasons:
for mature thematic material including violent images, sexual references, language and brief drug content.
Run Time:
95 min.
Distributor(s):
Sony Classics
Director(s):
Themes:
Political Unrest, Teen Angst, Living In Exile
Tone:
Humorous, Poignant, Stirring
Keywords:
Iran, Iranian [nationality], Islam, revolution
Country of Origin:
USA - Limited (12-25-2007)
Language:
English,French
Status:
DVD
