
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.
William Hart McNichols
Himself

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This Is Everything: Gigi Gorgeous

Weegee's New York
Weegee's New York

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Nas: Time Is Illmatic

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Codebreaker Alan Turing Persecution Of A Genius

Muxes
Muxes
Bishop Yvette A. Flunder: San Francisco Foundation Community Leadership Awards 2011
Bishop Yvette A. Flunder: San Francisco Foundation Community Leadership Awards 2011

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The Rise & Fall of Penn Station

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Boys on Film 23: Dangerous to Know

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INRI - Warum musste Jesus sterben?

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Shine a Light

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Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric

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Art and Pep