Monsieur Lazhar

Fri 20 Mar
Films
Edinburgh Film Guild Season

At a Montréal public grade school, Bachir Lazhar, an Algerian immigrant, is hired to replace an elementary school teacher who died tragically. While helping his students deal with their trauma, his own recent loss is revealed.

Awards (Canadian Oscars) include: Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor.

Screening as part of the Mois de la Francophonie 2026

 

Our Season Pass gives you access to all the films of the Edinburgh Film Guild season at the Institut français d’Écosse, a saving of £12 on the regular price!

Full Price : £36 | Concession* : £25.20 – Tickets available online and on the door.
*Concession available for registered students, registered unemployed people, disabled people (free for accompanying person), and under 18.
 
  • Director(s): Philippe Falardeau
  • Cast: Mohamed Fellag, Sophie Nélisse, Émilien Néron
  • Country, year: Canada, 2011
  • Duration: 1h34
  • Genre: Comedy, Drama
  • Age: 12+
  • Language: in French with English subtitles
  • Price: £8 Full Price | £5 for French Institute members
  • More information: Doors open 15 minutes before the screening

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