The Cost of Heaven

Nacer Belkacem appears to be a respected member of his community, known as a dedicated employee and a devoted husband and father. However, as he approaches fifty, his carefully maintained image begins to fail. Behind this facade, Nacer has accumulated significant debt through poor investments and excessive spending. Facing total financial collapse, he creates a desperate strategy to resolve his situation and save his life.

This Canadian drama, mystery, and thriller was directed by Mathieu Denis, marking the second film in his career following Laurentia. The screenplay was written by Denis and Alexandre Auger. The film stars Samir Guesmi in the lead role as Nacer Belkacem, appearing alongside Crixus Lapointe, Meriem Medjkane, Vincent Leclerc, Adrien Bletton, and Mohammed Marouazi. A total of 22 cast members are credited in the production. Produced by Tanit Films and Coop Vidéo de Montréal, the movie has a runtime of 116 minutes and was released on January 23, 2026.