ight-year-old Marjane is precocious and outgoing, and dreams one day of being a prophet who saves the world. But Tehran in 1978 isn’t the best place for a girl like Marjane, as the new Islamic Republic takes control after the fall of the Shah’s regime.
The new government clamps down with laws and brutality, forcing Marjane to wear a veil and quiet her outspoken nature. As Tehran is attacked during war with Iraq, the repression Marjane faces worsens, and thousands of Iranians are imprisoned. Finally, fearing for her safety, Marjane’s parents send her away to Austria. Years later, Marjane chooses to return to Iran, but will her free spirit allow her to stay?
Running Time:
1 hr. 35 min.
Release Date:
December 25, 2007
MPAA Rating:
PG-13 for mature thematic material including violent images, sexual references, language and brief drug content.
Starring:
Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Danielle Darrieux, Gena Rowlands, Simon Abkarian, Francois Jerosme
Tags: Animation 2007, Biography 2007, December 2007, War 2007