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news Dw English 2026-06-04

Marjane Satrapi, 'Persepolis' Author and Filmmaker, Dies at 56

Marjane Satrapi, the acclaimed Iranian-born author and filmmaker known for her graphic novel and film 'Persepolis,' has passed away at the age of 56. Her work offered a personal perspective on Iran's Islamic Revolution.

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