Monsieur Lazhar

At a Montréal public grade school, an Algerian immigrant is hired to replace a popular teacher who committed suicide in her classroom. While helping his students deal with their grief, his own recent loss is revealed.

Director: Philippe Falardeau

Starring: Mohamed Fellag, Sophie Nélisse, Émilien Néron, Marie-Eve Beauregard

Level: AS, A2, KS4

Subjects: Citizenship, French

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