A gentle and humorous film about an Algerian immigrant, Bachir Lazhar, who takes on a new role as an elementary school teacher after a tragic loss. Despite his own painful past and uncertain future, Bachir forms a deep connection with his students, helping them heal and find their voice.

Monsieur Lazhar
A Montreal elementary school finds a new teacher from Algeria who helps his students cope with grief after a beloved teacher's sudden passing, drawing parallels from his own recent experiences with loss.