An elementary school teacher in Quebec decides to hang herself in her classroom, at the beginning of a school day. The man who throws himself into her position is an Algerian immigrant, who carries a bit of baggage himself. While trying to eradicate the children of their grief (while simultaneously teaching them), his problems come spewing forth. This film is sensitive, honest and not a little too sincere. The script is excellent and the cast is extremely well cast, from the students to the school administration – especially Mohamed Fellag in the title role.
“Monsieur Lazhar”
An elementary school teacher in Quebec decides to hang herself in her classroom, at the beginning of a school day. The man who throws himself into her position is an Algerian immigrant, who carries a bit of baggage himself. While trying to eradicate the children of their grief (while simultaneously teaching them), his problems come spewing forth. This film is sensitive, honest and not a little too sincere. The script is excellent and the cast is extremely well cast, from the students to the school administration – especially Mohamed Fellag in the title role.
