SYNOPSIS

This film is an investigation into the relations between Christians, Muslims and Jews in the Paris suburbs and its housing projects, with points of view and experiences recounted by the heads of the four major religions in these areas :

* the catholic bishop Monsignor Michel Dubost ;

* the muslim rector of the mosque, Imam Khalil Merroun ;

* the jew rabbi Michel Serfaty.

* the protestant minister Michel Loiret.

FILM PRESENTATION: Dialogue on Religion

An investigation in suburban Paris’ rough neighborhoods discusses the relations between Christians, Muslims and Jews. Local leaders of the three religions - a Catholic bishop, a Muslim imam and a Jewish rabbi - offer their viewpoints.

What has become of the exchange between the major monotheistic religions in these housing projects?
At the height of the Middle East conflict, reconciliation is being challenged and each group has turned inward.

Nevertheless, there are pockets of support and mutual aid. In these amagingly diverse, suburban communities with a large youth population, answers are being found to the wounds of international policy and social exclusion.

Women and men of good will are building dialogue while respecting differences and beliefs. Isn’t recognizing the other’s religion the way for secularism to survive in our societies?