Canada,
2011, 94 min
Directed by:
Philippe FalardeauScreenplay:
Philippe FalardeauCinematography:
Ronald PlanteComposer:
Martin LéonCast:
Mohamed Fellag, Sophie Nélisse, Émilien Néron, Brigitte Poupart, Judith Baribeau, Stéphane Demers, Daniel Gadouas, Danielle Proulx, Louis Champagne (more)Plots(1)
After the tragic passing of their well-liked teacher a school class is left shaken and fragile. A new primary teacher is appointed, the mysterious and charming Bachir Lazhar who, as each day passes, earns the trust of the class and allows them to grieve. Lazhar's compassion has a huge impact on the most sensitive pupils, but unbeknown to them, he is also fighting his own personal battles that have left him emotionally vulnerable. (Soda Pictures)
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