Persepolis

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Ben D 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. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/14/24 Full Review Denne L Um dos melhores filmes de baixo orçamento que eu já vi na minha vida ❤️ Conseguiram fazer uma obra-prima com orçamento baixo 🌟 Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/05/24 Full Review Noe G Persepolis is a fantastic, animated film from 2007 and my rating is a 10/10 Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/21/24 Full Review Hossein P There are some key misrepresentations in this movie. The trivialization of the tragic state the Qajar (Ghajar) dynasty had left Iran in, where the whole country was either dying from hunger or the plague in the early 1900s is astonishing. The Ghajars were giving the oil away practically for free. The two kings of Pahlavi took what was left of Iran, educated the people at an incredible rate, cured the country from the Disease that Marjaneh's inbred ancestors had left behind - as their well established legacy, and elevated the common man's life - such as my grandfather who was orphaned at 7, started working by himself and built a comfortable life for himself and his family, where they all became proportionally successful. The shah gave part ownership of the large factories and companies to the workers. Which I think is the essence of providing both a hopeful future and a comfortable present for the commoners. This film portrays an innocent image of the communists where if the massive genocides in Russia and China hadn't proved otherwise, the violent protesters in Iran certainly did. One of their verified acts is the exhumation of the dead (digging up dead bodies), and spilling fresh blood on the corps to show that the state police had killed more that reported. A feat that requires a superhuman mindset. Their motives remain unclear to me, aside from promises from the Soviet Union (communist Russia), or the desire for the previously powerful individuals to regain their absolute power (although even those people thrived during the Pahlavi times). I met an older lady (In her 70s, I would say) who was marching for a new communism in Iran, and the conclusion of my discussion with her was that 1: she was extremely passionate about her cause, although the contents of her jittery discussion was incredibly vague/ambiguous , and 2: she truly believed that she can lead the country by herself, with her communist ideas. And that's the massive flaw of communism…"Everyone is equal, but I'm less equal to everyone else, and I know more than the other people, and deserve more". I think what the Pahlavi dynasty had planned and executed for the people was the closest to equality, one which the people worked for their personal progress and the collective advancement of the country. Yet, here they are, mocking them with silly characters… You can cry for an eternity about ‘who did you wrong', or you can evaluate what was wrong, what is right, and chart a path forward for your better future. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/24/23 Full Review Cat W An interesting animation style, a nice transition from black and white to colors and a moving story Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 06/07/23 Full Review StephenPaul C The greatest 01 hour: and 35 minutes ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Originally in French with English subtitles, also in English audio and subtitles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/18/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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