Monsieur Lazhar
During a Montréal that is harsh winter, an elementary-school class is left reeling as a result of its educator commits suicide. Bachir Lazhar, a charismatic Algerian immigrant, steps like the teacher for traumatized children's class room. All the whilehe must keep his personal life tucked away: the fact that he, like the kiddies, has suffered an devastating loss -- and that he is currently seeking refuge from Québec.
Released: 2011-09-10