Monsieur Lazhar
Summary
At a Montreal 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. Full description
Summary: |
At a Montreal 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. |
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Item Description: |
Title from container. Special features: From stage to screen; big talk interview with Philippe Falardeau; Alice and Simon audition tapes; Bachir's story; Alice's report. |
Physical Description: |
1 videodisc (94 min) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
Format: |
DVD, widescreen (2.35) presentation; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround. |
Audience: |
Rating: PG-13; mature thematic material, a disturbing image and brief language OFRB rating: PG. |
Production Credits: |
Director of photography, Ronald Plante ; editor, Stéphane Lafleur ; music, Martin Léon. |