Monsieur Lazhar: Emilien Neron

Sophie Nelisse Dept: The Oscar-nominated flick about an Algerian immigrant who helps a class of Montreal students grapple with the sudden death of their teacher also won for best screenplay, sound and for original music, according to CTV. Sunday's bonanza capped a great year for "Monsieur Lazhar." Besides the Oscar nomination as best foreign film, it won six Genies, including best film and best director and falardeau also took home the prize for best director. Rounding out a great night for "Monsieur Lazhar" were Jutras for 11-year-old Sophie Nelisse as best supporting actress and for 13-year-old Emilien Neron as best supporting actor. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.