From the archives: "Persepolis" author-filmmaker Marjane Satrapi
Summary
Marjane Satrapi, an Iranian-French cartoonist known for her graphic novel "Persepolis," died on June 4, 2026, at age 56. She told her story of growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution and adapted her book into an animated film that was nominated for an Oscar.Key Facts
- Marjane Satrapi was an Iranian-French cartoonist and filmmaker.
- She created "Persepolis," a graphic novel about her childhood in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution.
- "Persepolis" was turned into an animated movie.
- The film received an Oscar nomination.
- The movie featured voices by Catherine Deneuve and Chiara Mastroianni.
- Satrapi passed away on June 4, 2026, at 56 years old.
- The article references a 2008 interview where she discussed her work.
- The story shares family history and cultural experiences during a major political change in Iran.
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