Monsieur Lazhar
2011·Movie·
·1h 34min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
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.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersLoss Of InnocenceRedemptionSurvivalThe Human ConditionOvercoming PrejudiceSacrificePersonal Growth
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersImmigrant ExperienceSocial IntegrationSelf-DiscoveryChildhood TraumaPersonal LossPolitical Refuge
- Character Types
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Philippe Falardeau, Ronald Plante
Produced by:
Luc Déry, Kim McCraw
Cast
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