WASHINGTON FILM INSTITUTE
cordially invites you to a screening of Oscar-Nominated MONSIEUR LAZHAR
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SATURDAY 31 JANUARY @ 7:00 PM
THE ARTS CLUB 2017 Eye Street NW, WDC 20006 MAP / DIRECTIONS / PARKING
MONSIEUR LAZHAR
Canada, color, 94 minutes, French with English subtitles
Director: Philippe Falardeau
Starring: Starring Mohamed Fellag, Sophie Nélisse, Émilien Néron, Danielle Proulx, Brigitte Poupart
Nominated for an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film, Monsieur Lazhar tells the poignant story of a Montreal middle school class shaken by the departure 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.
REVIEWS
“In a class with the François Truffaut of “The 400 Blows” – Joe Morgenstern, Wall Street Journal
“A sharply intelligent, deeply sad, and not remotely sappy film about both teaching and collective grief.” – Dana Stevens, Slate
“3.5 Stars! Leaves you hopeful, and even exhilarated!” – Rene Rodriguez, Miami Herald
“Like a dedicated teacher, this is a film that stays with you.” – Kyle Smith, New York Post
SCHEDULE
7:00 – 8:30pm DRINKS PARTY / MIXER (CASH BAR)
8:30 – 10:00pm FILM SCREENING
10:00pm DRINKS AND/OR DINNER IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD IF YOU LIKE
TICKETS ($15)
ADVANCED REQUIRED
ABOUT THE CLUB
For nearly a century the Arts Club of Washington has promoted and celebrated the visual, performing, and literary arts in the nation’s capital. Gatherings for members, exhibits and performances for the public, and a range of private events are held in the club’s historic I Street mansion, which was formerly the home of President James Monroe. Arts Club members come from a wide range of artistic disciplines and professional backgrounds, joined by their shared enjoyment and appreciation of the arts.