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“If you look at the end of the movie [Monsegnor Lahzar], I give a lot of space to what the spectator can also imagine of what's going to be Bachir's life afterwards. So, there's the restraint part, and there's the fact that the story is happening in the school which allowed me to tackle all these subjects without making it too didactic, because in the school everything happens.”

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Philippe Falardeau

Philippe Falardeau (born 1968) is a Canadian film director and screenwriter from Quebec. He is best known for his film Monsieur Lazhar (2011), which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. His works often explore themes of immigration, education, and identity, characterized by emotional depth and social relevance. Falardeau has directed several acclaimed films, including The Good Lie and My Internship in Canada, and is recognized as a key figure in contemporary Canadian cinema. more

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