Persepolis
Posted by martinteller on January 7, 2009
Semi-autobiographical story a young Iranian girl growing up under the Shah and then fundamentalism. It’s an intriguing blend of political history and coming-of-age tale, although for once I actually preferred the political stuff to the more human stuff. Some of the anecdotes are a bit mundane, especially during the Vienna portion of the film. The art & animation is unusual… it reminded me of both When the Wind Blows and Art Spiegelman’s “Maus” without really being anything like either one. Entirely (almost) in black & white & greys, with a kind of children’s storybook style to it. Generally rewarding and occasionally moving, despite a few dull spots. Rating: 8
