Based upon Marjane Satrapi's autobio-graphic novel, Persepolis boasts, well, unique animation and a punchy, quirky story that does not let up for a breather, but pushes us (if not, drags) us from one scene to the next. And it is lovely, if a little too quick for those with slower paces. While it is an animated film (uniquely at that) and has many "childish" moments, it is positioned for the older demographic.
Essentially, it focuses on the author's childhood, teenage and young adult years in Iran and in Europe, and even if you are not particularly interested in the history of Iran in its Islamic Revolution years (which forms the film's main backdrop), then at least it tells an interesting if slightly oddball story of a very different Iranian girl.
Most notable about the film is its unique blend of emotions, ranging from comedic to tragic (depicted in stylized comic animation, but still without losing its effect).
I can say for myself, this is a great show, its slight disadvantage being that it moves at a pace too quick for my one taste. Undoubtedly, that's its style in which so many others love. It may be distracting, but I found this 90 minute film bordering on enchanting. And that's something.
Essentially, it focuses on the author's childhood, teenage and young adult years in Iran and in Europe, and even if you are not particularly interested in the history of Iran in its Islamic Revolution years (which forms the film's main backdrop), then at least it tells an interesting if slightly oddball story of a very different Iranian girl.
Most notable about the film is its unique blend of emotions, ranging from comedic to tragic (depicted in stylized comic animation, but still without losing its effect).
I can say for myself, this is a great show, its slight disadvantage being that it moves at a pace too quick for my one taste. Undoubtedly, that's its style in which so many others love. It may be distracting, but I found this 90 minute film bordering on enchanting. And that's something.
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