Movie Discussion with Paul Doherty on Zoom

Program Type:

Conversation

Age Group:

Adults
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Event Details

Watch Monsieur Lazhar anytime before June 26th at 10am on our free Hoopla streaming service or place a hold on a DVD.  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  Don't have a Hoopla account yet? Click here to get started with your library card to watch the film.  

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