Heaven Before I Die
Storyline & Plot Summary
Jacob's feet are so turned out that he walks like Charlie Chaplin. He is different because of that and decides to emigrate from Palestine to Canada, where "everyone is equal". There everybody treats him kindly, and a thief specializing in stealing money from cash machines takes him into his home and treats him like a son, waitress Selma finds him a job as a Chaplin imitator, "prophet" Khalil Gibran gives him wise advice
Production Details
Cast
Andy Velasquez
Jacob
Giancarlo Giannini
Thief
Joanna Pacula
Selma
Geoffrey Lower
Sterrea
Burt Young
Pollof
Joseph Bologna
Jack
Omar Sharif
Khalil Gibran
Maria Ferrari
Mona
Hannin Eisa Abu-Alhumos
Baby Jacob
Mohammad Eisa Abu-Alhumos
Boy Jacob
Lutuf Nouasser
Jacob's Father
Geula Nuni
Jacob's Mother
Ruty Moinster
Nora
Yitzhak Ne'eman
Wise Man
Stan Wai
Informant
Alex Brown
Dan Ostapec
Truck Driver
John Paul Drago
Bill Lasovich
Cop
Cherilee Taylor
Susan
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
Read and share community scores for Heaven Before I Die
An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.