Review of Persepolis (2007) by Annie G — 13 Nov 2009

Fa commuovere, piangere, riflettere, sorridere.

E il bianco e nero è perfetto.

This review of Persepolis (2007) was written by Annie G on 13 Nov 2009.

Persepolis has generally received very positive reviews.

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