Topic: Marjane Satrapi

Iran Awakening

Review: 'Waltz With Bashir'

Animated documentary is a haunting meditation on the nature of guilt and survival following a hellish war.

In the Middle East, women directors unspool social commentary

The Monitor talks to three female filmmakers about the trials and triumphs of moviemaking in conservative societies.

'Persepolis' peeks behind the veil

'Persepolis' tells the story of an Iranian girl caught between two warring cultures.