Monsieur Lazhar

Product Description Nominated for an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film, MONSIEUR LAZHAR tells the poignant story of a Montreal middle school class shaken by the death of their well-liked teacher. Bachir Lazhar (Fellag), a 55-year-old Algerian immigrant, offers the school his services as a substitute teacher and is quickly hired. As he helps the children heal, he also learns to accept his own painful past. This moving film features exquisite performances by Fellag and a stunning ensemble of child actors. Review "Enthralling. In a class with the Francois Truffaut of The 400 Blows." --The Wall Street Journal"Four Stars" --New York Daily News"Four Stars" --The Washington Post"Four Stars" --New York Daily News"Four Stars" --The Washington Post