Keeping the Faith

Two childhood best friends grow up – one as a rabbi, the other as a Catholic priest. Harmony seems inevitable until their mutual childhood sweetheart unexpectedly reappears, shaking up their faith and feelings. Norton's directorial debut blends romantic comedy with self-irony and warm-hearted big-city energy. Set against the backdrop of a synagogue, a church, and the chaos of New York dating, the film charmingly explores how much tradition a modern life can tolerate and whether love isn't the most complicated form of faith. With rapid-fire dialogue, the film celebrates Jewish identity, friendship, and the art of believing in something without losing its sense of humor.