From graphic novel to film

Many films have been adapted from graphic novels. Usually they become sci fi, thriller, action films rather than animated versions of themselves. Persepolis is an award winning animated film from the autobiographical graphic novel by Marjane Satrapi.

Persepolis

Wednesday, April 30th at 7pm

Director: Directed by Vincent Paronnaud & Marjane Satrapi, 2007

Language: English

Run Time: 95 min.

Genre: Drama, Animation

Rating: PG-13

Filmmakers Vincent Paronnaud and Marjane Satrapi collaborated to co-write and co-direct this adaptation of Satrapi's bestselling autobiographical graphic novel detailing the trials faced by an outspoken Iranian girl who finds her unique attitude and outlook on life repeatedly challenged during the Islamic revolution. The English-language version features the voice talents of Sean Penn, Gena Rowlands, and Iggy Pop, with Catherine Deneuve and Chiara Mastroianni reprising their roles from the original French-language version.

The film won the Jury Prize at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival. In her acceptance speech, Satrapi said "Although this film is universal, I wish to dedicate the prize to all Iranians". Persepolis was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

For more information or to reserve seating please contact Suzanne Carte-Blanchenot at 905-896-5507 or suzanne.carte-blanchenot@mississauga.ca

Film Series Tickets: available in advance at the Galleries, UTM Student Union or the evening of the screening from 6:30pm at the AMC Courtney Park

Admission:AGM Members/Students/Seniors: $10.00General Admission: $12.00Series Pass: $30.00 (4 film package)

Screening Location:AMC Courtney Park, 110 Courtney Park Dr. Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y3, Hwy 10 and the 401 *May 28th film Up the Yangtze, Details will be posted soon