This frame is on page 6, at the top of the page. We are first being introduced to Marji's world, and with this frame, we see what her life is like. When first looking at the frame, my eye is drawn to to Marji in the center and the contrast between the right side of the frame and the left side. This frame shows the two sides to Marji's life. She mentions that her family is religious, and it is a major part of her life especially since she thinks she is a prophet at this point in the graphic novel. The black veil is emphasized on the right side along with the Islamic drawings in the background. On the right side, it shows more of Marji's creativeness which also could show how she might be a bit rebellious in the future. The right side has gears which makes me think of how Marji is constantly thinking and asking questions because she is a very curious young girl. The way Marji is illustrated with her expression makes me think that she isn't very happy with the two sides of her life, and that is may be a struggle to keep the two sides balanced in her "modern and avant-garde" family.
This frame is on page 131, and it is in the middle right side of the page. After being through some tough times in Tehran and living during a revolution, Marji has been through a lot. This frame is a close up on Marji. She is wearing a denim jacket and Michael Jackson button, as well as some nice Nike's (which aren't shown). This is showing part of Marji's rebellious side that the last frame might have predicted. She isn't afraid to wear this clothing even though it is against the rules and she could get in trouble. Even though Marji doesn't think she is a prophet anymore, she still shows her religious side by wearing the headscarf. In this frame, she is smiling and seems happy, unlike the first frame. It seems she is balancing out the two sides of her life.
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