Monsieur Lazhar: International Award-Winning Film Screening

This film shares the story of an Algerian immigrant substitute teacher who brings emotional stability to a Montreal middle school class shaken by the suicide of their well-liked teacher. It is directed by Philippe Falardeau.

Oscar® Nominee for Best Foreign Language Film – Canada.

Genie Awards® Winner Best Motion Picture, Achievement in Direction, Achievement in Editing, Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Fellag), Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Sophie Nélisse), Adapted Screenplay Festivals and Awards Sundance Film Festival 2012 International Film Festival Rotterdam 2012 – UPC Audience Award Toronto International Film Festival 2011 - Best Canadian Feature Film Award Locarno Film Festival 2011 - Prix Du Public Award, Variety Piazza Grande Award Namur Film Festival 2011 - Special Jury Award Hamburg Film Festival 2011 - Art Cinema Award

94 minutes. The film is in French with English subtitles. Rated PG-13.

The showing is free, but due to seating in the room, space is limited to the first 100 people who request a reservation from MCL@Missouristate.edu. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you. This e-mail will serve as your ticket. 

Free