Monsieur Lazhar

Author

Luc Dery

Call Number

• DVD FOREIGN (CEN, EAS)

Languages

In French, with English subtitles.

Performers

Fellag, Sophie Nélisse, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx, Brigitte Poupart.

Publication Information

Chicago, IL : Music Box Films, c2012.

Physical Description

1 videodisc (94 min) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.

Audience

MPAA rating: PG-13; mature thematic material, a disturbing image and brief language.

Summary

When a Montreal middle school class is shaken by the death of their well-liked teacher, a 55-year-old Algerian immigrant offers his services as a substitute teacher and aids the process of collective healing.

Notes

Title from container.

Based on the play Bashir Lazhar by Évelyne de la Chenelière.

Originally produced as a motion picture in 2011.

Special features: From stage to screen ; Big talk interview with Philippe Falardeau ; Alice and Simon audition tapes ; Bachir's story ; Alice's report.