Rent Persepolis (2007)
3.8 of 5 from 371 ratings
1h 31min
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- Synopsis:
- Based upon the graphic novels of Marjane Satrapi, Persepolis is the biographical story following the poignant and often hilarious adventures of Marji. From a rebellious, heavy metal loving tomboy experiencing the turmoil of adolescence during the tyrannical, Iranian revolution to a teenage exile in Vienna, Austria, where she discovers the benefits of freedom can be just as shocking as the repressive regime she was forced to leave behind. Returning to Iran as an alienated adult, Marji must now decide where it is her heart and her home must lay in this complex, insightful, honest and touching story, making Persepolis one of the most sublime animated feature films you're likely to experience.
- Actors:
- Gena Rowlands, Jean-François Gallotte, Stéphane Foenkinos
- Directors:
- Vincent Paronnaud, Marjane Satrapi
- Voiced By:
- Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Gena Rowlands, Danielle Darrieux, Simon Abkarian, Gabrielle Lopes Benites, François Jerosme, Tilly Mandelbrot, Sophie Arthuys, Arié Elmaleh, Mathias Mlekuz, Sean Penn, Adriana Anderson, Paul Bandey, Robert Barr, Robert William Bradford, Stephen Croce, Bill Dunn, Christine Flowers, David Gasman
- Writers:
- Marjane Satrapi, Vincent Paronnaud
- Others:
- Marjane Satrapi
- Studio:
- Optimum
- Genres:
- Anime & Animation, Drama
- Collections:
- 2009, A Brief History of Films About Nuns, CinemaParadiso.co.uk Through Time, Getting to Know..., Getting to Know: Catherine Deneuve, People of the Pictures, Remembering Gena Rowlands, A Brief History of Film..., Top 10 Award Winners at the London Film Festival, Top 10 Palm Dog Winners, Top Films
- Awards:
- BBFC:
- Release Date:
- 18/08/2008
- Run Time:
- 95 minutes
- Languages:
- English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, French DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
- Subtitles:
- English
- DVD Regions:
- Region 2
- Formats:
- Pal
- Aspect Ratio:
- Widescreen 1.85:1
- Colour:
- Colour
- Bonus:
- Making Of Persepolis
- 'Raging Blues' Short Film By Vincent Paronnaud
- Interviews With Vincent Paronnaud, Gena Rowlands And Graphic Novelists Joe Sacco And Brian K Vaughan
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Reviews (2) of Persepolis
Black N White - Persepolis review by CP Customer
Unique biographical animation, which brings home some of the realities facing those living under the Iran system.
I really enjoyed the visuals on offer, a real change after the realism of WALL-E and just a effective in delivering the storyline. At times the film does lose its way somewhat, in particular when we leave Iran. However its well worth checking out.
2 out of 6 members found this review helpful.
Powerful Story - Striking Style - Persepolis review by griggs
Persepolis tells a powerful story with a striking style, even if it doesn’t quite hit every emotional beat. Given Iran’s regime and its harsh crackdowns on dissenting filmmakers, it’s clear why animation was the only option. It’s bold, personal, and political—if a touch heavy-handed in places.
1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.