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."I can't ignore what I see as a hypocritical attitude towards Iran, which forged the other part of my identity," she wrote, adding that she meant no disrespect to the award.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: 'Persepolis' author refuses French award over Iran 'hypocrisy'
