The Downtown Project (2011)

Just a stone’s throw from downtown Montreal is the largest social housing complex in Quebec. Built in 1959 where the red-light district used to be, Les Habitations Jeanne-Mance have retained something of the area’s seedy reputation for poverty, prostitution, drugs and violence. But who really knows the projects and the people who live there? Delving beneath the prejudices and stereotypes, director Isabelle Longtin ventured inside the buildings and met the residents.

Director: Isabelle Longtin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Screenplay

Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en

Keywords

urban life, public housing, urbanism

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Downtown Project about?
Just a stone’s throw from downtown Montreal is the largest social housing complex in Quebec. Built in 1959 where the red-light district used to be, Les Habitations Jeanne-Mance have retained something of the area’s seedy reputation for poverty, prostitution, drugs and violence. But who really knows the projects and the people who live there? Delving beneath the prejudices and stereotypes, director Isabelle Longtin ventured inside the buildings and met the residents.
Who directed The Downtown Project?
The Downtown Project was directed by Isabelle Longtin.
How long is The Downtown Project?
The Downtown Project has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is The Downtown Project?
The Downtown Project is a Documentary film.
Where was The Downtown Project produced?
The Downtown Project was produced in Canada.