As for the artistic choices, the look is surprisingly involving considering the spartan designs. The animation is stark black, white, and countless shades of gray. It is a style that is the complete opposite of the lush CGI creations, like Ratatouille, that we have become accustomed to. Despite the lack of color, save a couple of scenes thoughout, the look is unique, modern, and throughly involving. It is different, yet it feels as personal as the story itself. We are drawn into the carefully crafted world that Marjane grew up in.

Now, I know I have not done much in describing the story. I feel that it is best to discover it in the theater as I did. The less you know, the more fresh your experience will be, and that is the best way to watch this film. Sit down, sink into the unique look, and proceed to be drawn into this carefully crafted world and watch how it develops.

Bottom line. Uniquely crafted and involving tale of a time I know little about. This offers some insight into a time of revolution and repression. It also gives us a first hand account of what it was like to grow up in this period. Persepolis could just as easily have been live action, but the animation style, inspired by the graphic novel, is simply stunning. I may have been left a bit flat at the end, but there is no denying the film's appeal. Do yourself a favor and see this movie.

Highly Recommended.