

Information
Release DateSeptember 10, 2011
Runtime1h 34m
StatusReleased
Revenue$7M
Productionmicro_scope, CBC + 1 more
LanguagesFrench
7.2
354 votesPopularity1
Synopsis
During a harsh Montréal winter, an elementary-school class is left reeling after its teacher commits suicide. Bachir Lazhar, a charismatic Algerian immigrant, steps in as the substitute teacher for the classroom of traumatized children. All the while, he must keep his personal life tucked away: the fact that he is seeking political refuge in Québec – and that he, like the children, has suffered an appalling loss.
Cast & Crew
Director

Featured Cast

Mohamed Fellag
Bachir Lazhar

Émilien Néron
Simon

Danielle Proulx
Mme Vaillancourt

Sophie Nélisse
Alice L'Écuyer

Marie-Ève Beauregard
Marie-Frédérique



