Plot & Details
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.
- MPAA Rating: PG-13
- Genre(s): Drama
- Run Time: 94min.
- Theatrical Release Date: 05/25/2012
- DVD Release Date: 08/28/2012
- Distributor(s): Music Box Films
- Director(s): Philippe Falardeau
- Starring: Mohamed Fellag , Sophie Nelisse , Emilien Neron , Danielle Proulx , Brigitte Poupart
- Themes: Innocence Lost,Immigrant Life,Fish Out of Water,Suicide,Teachers and Students,Facing Death
- Tone: Poignant,Reflective
- Keywords: Algeria,Canada,elementary-school,healing,immigrant,school-principal,student,substitute-teacher,suicide,teacher,tragedy,trauma
- Country of Origin: USA - Limited (04-13-2012)
- Language: French
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Foreign Language Film | Nominated |
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