Originally posted by rbmorris Let me know what you think of Persepolis. I really liked it. It's a movie I'd sort of like to own.
I liked it a lot (and expected not to, actually). It's very well made, well paced and thought-provoking.
I wouldn't say its a movie that gains a lot with additional viewings, though. At least to me it didn't. The movie played very well with my ignorance of the day-to-day life of an Iranian family during that time. This obviously doesn't have the same effect over repeated viewings.
Originally posted by Palynka I liked it a lot (and expected not to, actually). It's very well made, well paced and thought-provoking.
I wouldn't say its a movie that gains a lot with additional viewings, though. At least to me it didn't. The movie played very well with my ignorance of the day-to-day life of an Iranian family during that time. This obviously doesn't have the same effect over repeated viewings.
A large part of the appeal for me was the illustrations. I agree, I might not get much more out of the story after multiple viewings.
After reading BDN's response, I may buy the GN instead.
Speaking of graphic novels, I hope at least one of you has read Jimmy Corrigan: "Smartest Kid On Earth", by Chris Ware. Quite possibly my all-time fav. Just so bleak and beautiful with fantastic illustrations.
Originally posted by scherzo I've seen it. Actually a pretty good film, but from a historic perspective, it leaves some things to be desired.
You can confront me via PM if you want to know about that though. This isn't the Debates forum.
I also recommend Paradise Now. Actually a Palestinian director, cast, and story, but it's the same conflict.
I don't particularly want to confront you by PM or any other means. I would like to read your critique of this film, especially considering your views. Don't hold back!
My main interest in seeing this film (which I haven't got hold of yet) is that it's a conscious attempt by an Israeli veteran to overcome the 'collective amnesia' that (Jewish) Israelis suffer from. For that reason it's bound to be very different from a Palestinian film -- from the Israeli viewpoint, it simply isn't 'the same conflict'.