Monsieur Lazhar
During a Montréal that is harsh cold temperatures, an class is left reeling after its educator commits suicide. A charismatic Algerian immigrant, bachir Lazhar, steps like the substitute teacher for children's class room. Even while, he needs to maintain his private life tucked away: the simple fact he, like the kids, has suffered an devastating loss -- also he could be seeking refuge from Québec.
Released: 2011-09-10