Persepolis is the true story of Marjane Satrapi's childhood in Iran during the Islamic Revolution and the war with Iraq. Told in a powerful black-and-white comic style, it shows how a smart, rebellious girl navigates a world of changing rules, family secrets, and danger. Through her eyes, we see the personal cost of war and political upheaval, but also the strength of family, humor, and hope. It's a story about finding your own voice when the world around you is trying to silence it.