Marjane Satrapi

Marjane Satrapi

Iranian-French graphic novelist, cartoonist, illustrator, film director, and children's book author (1969–2026)

Marjane Satrapi was an Iranian and French comic book author, film director, and children's book author. Her best-known works include the graphic novel Persepolis and its film adaptation; the graphic novel Chicken with Plums; Woman, Life, Freedom; and the Marie Curie biopic Radioactive.

Marjane Satrapi, 'Persepolis' Author, Dies

Marjane Satrapi, 'Persepolis' Author, Dies Marjane Satrapi, acclaimed Iranian-French author of 'Persepolis,' died at 56, leaving a legacy of freedom and women's rights.