Review of Monsieur Lazhar (2011) by Peter Howell for Toronto Star — 26 Jan 2012
It's a tapestry of fraught relationships, weaving issues of parental authority, social taboos and national boundaries. Empathy comes through understanding, but it's not easily achieved. It never is.
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This review of Monsieur Lazhar (2011) was written by Peter Howell and published by Toronto Star on 26 Jan 2012.
Monsieur Lazhar has generally received very positive reviews.
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