Monsieur Lazhar (2011)
No matter where you go... there you are
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.
Director: Philippe Falardeau
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: September 10, 2011
Cast
- Mohamed Fellag - Bachir Lazhar
- Émilien Néron - Simon
- Danielle Proulx - Mme Vaillancourt
- Sophie Nélisse - Alice L'Écuyer
- Marie-Ève Beauregard - Marie-Frédérique
- Denise Lamontagne - Parent
- Brigitte Poupart - Claire
- Louis Champagne - Concierge
- Daniel Gadouas - Me Gilbert Danis
- Vincent Millard - Victor
Screenplay
- Evelyne de la Chenelière (Theatre Play)
- Philippe Falardeau (Screenplay)
Music: Martin Léon
Cinematography: Ronald Plante
Editing: Stéphane Lafleur
Production: micro_scope, CBC, Téléfilm Canada
Country: Canada
Language: Français
Box Office: $7M
Original Language: fr
Keywords
algerian, montreal, canada, elementary school, backpack, healing process, hugging, precocious child, death of teacher, taking a picture, african violet, class photograph, child psychologist, blackboard
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Who directed Monsieur Lazhar?
- Monsieur Lazhar was directed by Philippe Falardeau.
- Who stars in Monsieur Lazhar?
- Monsieur Lazhar stars Mohamed Fellag, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx, Sophie Nélisse, Marie-Ève Beauregard, Denise Lamontagne.
- How long is Monsieur Lazhar?
- Monsieur Lazhar has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is Monsieur Lazhar?
- Monsieur Lazhar is a Drama, Comedy film.
- How much did Monsieur Lazhar gross?
- Monsieur Lazhar grossed $7M worldwide.
- Where was Monsieur Lazhar produced?
- Monsieur Lazhar was produced in Canada.