‘Persepolis’ author refuses French award over Iran ‘hypocrisy’ – World

PARIS: French-Iranian author and illustrator Marjane Satrapi, best known for the book and film “Persopolis”, has refused the French legion d’honneur over the country’s “hypocrisy” in its dealings with Iran.

In a letter to France’s culture minister posted on social media on Monday, Satrapi said she would not accept the top state award at a ceremony planned later this month.