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Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies at 56, leaving a global cultural legacy

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Source: The Guardian
Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies at 56, leaving a global cultural legacy
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Marjane Satrapi, the French-Iranian artist behind Persepolis, has died at 56 after the death of her husband, prompting tributes from leaders and artists worldwide. Her work — in comics and film — reshaped Western views of Iran and extended into cinema and cultural advocacy across borders.

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  1. Marjane Satrapi, creator of Persepolis and acclaimed French-Iranian artist, dies aged 56  The Guardian
  2. Marjane Satrapi, the Author of ‘Persepolis,’ Dies at 56  The New York Times
  3. Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis,' dies at 56  NPR
  4. Kathleen Kennedy Pays Tribute To ‘Persepolis’ Filmmaker Marjane Satrapi: “She Broke The Door Open”  Deadline
  5. Dina Nayeri : Marjane Satrapi brought Iranian women like me out of hiding  The Guardian

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