Monsieur Lazhar (2011)

Monsieur Lazhar (2011) is a Drama, Comedy film directed by Philippe Falardeau, rated 7.2/10 by 360 viewers.

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.

Where to stream (US): Philo, Brew, YouTube TV, Fandor Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel.

Directed by Philippe Falardeau. Starring Mohamed Fellag, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx, Sophie Nélisse, Marie-Ève Beauregard.