The Boy Who Found Gold (2016)

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William Hart McNichols is a world renowned artist, heralded by Time magazine as "among the most famous creators of Christian iconic images in the world". As a young Catholic priest from 1983-1990 he was immersed in a life-altering journey working as a chaplain at St. Vincent's AIDS hospice in New York city. It was during this time that he became an early pioneer for LGBT rights within the Catholic church. "The Boy Who Found Gold" is a cinematic journey into the art and spirit of William Hart McNichols. The film follows his colorful life as he crosses paths with presidents, popes, martyrs, and parishioners, finding an insightful lesson with each encounter. McNichols' message as a priest, artist and man speaks to the most powerful element of the human spirit: Mercy.

Director: Christopher Summa
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 108 min
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Production: Dramaticus Films
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

new york city, heart, christianity, pope, new mexico, arts, love, roman catholic church, lgbt, iconography, saints, holy spirit, jesus christ, hiv/aids epidemic

More Films by Director: Christopher Summa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Boy Who Found Gold about?
William Hart McNichols is a world renowned artist, heralded by Time magazine as "among the most famous creators of Christian iconic images in the world". As a young Catholic priest from 1983-1990 he was immersed in a life-altering journey working as a chaplain at St. Vincent's AIDS hospice in New York city. It was during this time that he became an early pioneer for LGBT rights within the Catholic church. "The Boy Who Found Gold" is a cinematic journey into the art and spirit of William Hart McNichols. The film follows his colorful life as he crosses paths with presidents, popes, martyrs, and parishioners, finding an insightful lesson with each encounter. McNichols' message as a priest, artist and man speaks to the most powerful element of the human spirit: Mercy.
Who directed The Boy Who Found Gold?
The Boy Who Found Gold was directed by Christopher Summa.
Who stars in The Boy Who Found Gold?
The Boy Who Found Gold stars William Hart McNichols.
How long is The Boy Who Found Gold?
The Boy Who Found Gold has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
What genre is The Boy Who Found Gold?
The Boy Who Found Gold is a Documentary film.