"Monsieur Lazhar" US Release Trailer
Sun, February 12, 2012 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.
Awards
** Academy Award Nomination for Best Foreign Language Film **
** Rotterdam International Film Festival 2012- UPC Audience Award **
** Toronto International Film Festival 2011: Winner – Best Canadian Feature Film **
** Locarno Film Festival 2011: Winner – Prix Du Public Award **
** Locarno Film Festival 2011: Winner – Variety Piazza Grande Award **
** Namur Film Festival 2011: Winner – Special Jury Award **
** Hamburg Film Festival 2011: Winner – Art Cinema Award **
** Windsor International Film Festival 2011: Winner – People’s Choice Award **
** Official Selection – Sundance Film Festival 2012 **
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