Monsieur Lazhar
- Drama
- Comedy
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.
Monsieur Lazhar is a 2011 drama-comedy following a charismatic Algerian immigrant who becomes a substitute teacher for an elementary-school class in Montreal dealing with trauma. The film explores how both teacher and students navigate grief and resilience, set against the backdrop of a harsh winter and the protagonist's own struggle for political asylum.
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Mohamed FellagBachir Lazhar
Émilien NéronSimon
Danielle ProulxMme Vaillancourt
Sophie NélisseAlice L'Écuyer
Marie-Ève BeauregardMarie-Frédérique
Denise LamontagneParent
Brigitte PoupartClaire
Louis ChampagneConcierge
Daniel GadouasMe Gilbert Danis
Vincent MillardVictor- Seddik BenslimaneAbdelmalek
- Louis-David LeblancBoris
Gabriel VerdierJordan- Marianne Soucy-LordShanel
Jules PhilipGaston
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When was Monsieur Lazhar released?
Monsieur Lazhar was released on September 10, 2011.
What is the main plot?
The film follows Bachir Lazhar, a charismatic Algerian immigrant, who becomes a substitute teacher for an elementary-school class in Montreal after their previous teacher's suicide, while secretly seeking political refuge in Quebec.
What genres does the film blend?
Monsieur Lazhar combines drama and comedy, balancing serious themes of grief and trauma with lighter moments.
Where is the film set?
The film is set in Montreal, Quebec during a harsh winter.
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