Jews all over the world feel a deep emotional loyalty to Israel and when one of them criticises the state, many see this as a betrayal. Chaim Bermant , a British novelist and journalist, is a committed Zionist, yet he frequently speaks out against some of Israel's policies and attitudes. This film attempts to understand why he feels he cannot remain silent: CHAIM BERMANT and his family talk about their feelings for Judaism and the Promised Land as they prepare in north London for a major Jewish festival.