Oh wow, Persepolis, that’s one epic backdrop for a story, isn’t it? I’m drawn to a role in a forgotten civilization because it’s like stepping onto a living set of myths—every stone has a secret, and the whole place feels like a character itself. I love that feeling of uncovering something ancient and making it feel fresh for today’s audience. When it comes to balancing accuracy and drama, I think of it as a dance: you respect the rhythm of history, but you’re allowed to twirl in your own style. I’d start with solid research, talk to historians, look at the real artifacts—because if you’re going to rewrite a story, you need a good grasp of the facts. Then I’d find the emotional core that connects those facts to modern viewers: a love story, a battle of wills, a simple human struggle. That’s where I’d inject the drama. So you keep the bones of the past intact, but you let the flesh of the story breathe. That’s the sweet spot, where the audience feels both educated and entertained.