Persepolis

Set against the backdrop of 1970s Iran, the story revolves around Marjane 'Marji' Statrapi and her family who celebrate the fall of the despised Shah in the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Through Marji's young and idealistic eyes, we see the world transform before her - a transformation that she initially embraces as a stepping stone towards freedom and liberation. However, as the years pass and Marji matures, she begins to witness firsthand how the new regime, controlled by Islamic fundamentalists, has imposed its own oppressive rule on the Iranian people.As the political landscape shifts dramatically around her, Marji's coming-of-age journey takes an unexpected turn as she grapples with the complexities of a world that seems to have betrayed her dreams. The narrative intertwines themes of rebellion, identity, and resilience against a backdrop of cultural and societal upheaval, offering a poignant reflection on the human spirit's ability to endure in the face of adversity.