The Boy Who Found Gold (2016)

overview : 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.

Release Date : Nov 04, 2016

Runtime : 1h 48m

Genre : Documentary  

Companies : Dramaticus Films

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