Ulee's Gold

Jul 18 1997 R 1h 53m
Drama

Third-generation Florida beekeeper Ulee Jackson may have gotten out of Vietnam alive, but he left a part of himself behind. Now he methodically tends his bees, carefully provides for his two grandchildren and keeps his emotions at bay. But when a long-buried secret threatens Ulee's business and family, he is forced to break through his emotional walls and confront the terror of his wounded spirit.

Plot

Ulee is called one day by his incarcerated son, Jimmy, asking for a favor. Jimmy will repay his debts if they save his wife, Helen, from hoodlums. Ulee must now risk his and his family's lives to save Helen.

Written by

Victor Nunez

Directed by

Victor Nunez

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Nunez-Gowan, Clinica Estetico

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 8 wins & 17 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
7,713
Average Rating
7 out of 10
Metascore
77
Popularity
NA