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“It's like a laboratory, a micro-society of real life, so it didn't look odd to talk about bureaucracy. In the school, in the class, there are already a lot of children from different ethnic backgrounds so the reality is there. I don't have to shove it in people's face. It's just there and it's normal.”

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Philippe Falardeau
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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