Acclaimed Iranian-French cartoonist and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi has died at 56, the French presidency announced. Her work carried a universal message and earned her immense international acclaim.
Satrapi was a prominent advocate for women's rights and author of the critically acclaimed graphic novel and film 'Persepolis.'
She won numerous awards, including the Film Critics Grand Prix at the Cannes Festival in 2007 and the César Award for Best Adapted Screenplay in 2008.
Satrapi was born in Iran but moved to France in 1994, where she studied and established herself as a leading figure in French culture.
She was a passionate advocate for cinema and film education, and earlier this year created a foundation to help international students come to Paris to study film.
Satrapi's death marks a significant loss for the world of art and culture, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
