7.2Monsieur Lazhar · 2011
Monsieur Lazhar (2011) is a Drama / Comedy film directed by Philippe Falardeau, starring Mohamed Fellag, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx.
DramaComedy
7.2Overview
During a harsh Montréal winter, an elementary-school class is left reeling after its teacher commits suicide. Bachir Lazhar, a charismatic Algerian immigrant, steps in as the substitute teacher for the classroom of traumatized children. All the while, he must keep his personal life tucked away: the fact that he is seeking political refuge in Québec – and that he, like the children, has suffered an appalling loss.
Cast
Mohamed Fellag, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx, Sophie Nélisse, Marie-Ève Beauregard, Denise Lamontagne, Brigitte Poupart, Louis Champagne
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What is "Monsieur Lazhar" about?
During a harsh Montréal winter, an elementary-school class is left reeling after its teacher commits suicide. Bachir Lazhar, a charismatic Algerian immigrant, steps in as the substitute teacher for the classroom of traumatized children. All the while, he must keep his personal life tucked away: the fact that he is seeking political refuge in Québec – and that he, like the children, has suffered an appalling loss.
When was "Monsieur Lazhar" released?
Monsieur Lazhar was released in 2011.
Who stars in "Monsieur Lazhar"?
The cast includes Mohamed Fellag, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx, Sophie Nélisse.
