Monsieur Lazhar

“In a class with the François Truffaut of "The 400 Blows" - The Washington Post

“Though it's a bit too early to say that it's an unforgettable movie, one suspects it is. It's also about so many things it nearly defies explanation.” - Newsday

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About the Film

Nominated for an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film, Monsieur Lazhar tells the poignant story of a Montreal middle school class shaken by the death of their well-liked teacher. Bachir Lazhar (Fellag), a 55-year-old Algerian immigrant, offers the school his services as a substitute teacher and is quickly hired. As he helps the children heal, he also learns to accept his own painful past. This moving film features exquisite performances by Fellag and a stunning ensemble of child actors.

Rating: PG-13
Genre: Narrative
Cast: Mohamed Fellag, Sophie Nelisse, Emilien Neron
Run Time: 94 mins
Filmmaker: Philippe Falardeau
Language: French