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Persepolis Freedom and Confinement Quotes

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Quote #10

Since we weren't married, we couldn't kiss each other in public, or even give one another a friendly hug to express our extreme joy. We risked imprisonment and being whipped. (32.46)

Reza and Marjane have a hard time saying saying nice things to each other. Maybe this is because they can't be nice to each other in public, for fear of imprisonment. Their secret affection eventually took its toll on the relationship.