Six young black men from Akron, Ohio, enter college, determined to redefine society's images and low expectations. Despite their confidence, the stark reality of being away from home brings a series of crises. Well trained in critical and metaphorical thinking, and unusually articulate about their inner lives, each of the protagonists guides us to his core. Since sixth grade, they have been part of an innovative mentoring program called 'Alchemy, Inc.' that uses mythological stories, drumming and writing. In the twice-yearly reunion workshops everyone speaks of his trials and his triumphs with authenticity, intelligence, honesty and heart. In turns quiet, thoughtful and exuberant, the six protagonists grow before our eyes, whether navigating racial provocations, or seeking support with new friends, estranged fathers and wise grandmothers.
Unfortunately the movie Finding the Gold Within is not yet available on Disney Plus.
Directing | Karina Epperlein | Director |
Writing | Karina Epperlein | Writer |
Editing | Karina Epperlein | Editor |
Editing | Chelsea Walton | Editor |
Production | Karina Epperlein | Producer |
Editing | Chase Keehn | Dialogue Editor |
Sound | Raymond Day | Boom Operator |
Sound | Jamie Branquinho | Sound Effects Editor |
Sound | Dave Wendlinger | Boom Operator |
Sound | Raymond Day | Sound Mixer |
Sound | James Lebrecht | Supervising Sound Editor |
Sound | Dave Wendlinger | Sound Mixer |
Sound | Bruce Wolosoff | Music |
Editing | James Gowdey | Editor |
Editing | Hannah Choe | Assistant Editor |
Sound | Bijan Sharifi | Sound Effects Editor |
Camera | Andrew Black | Director of Photography |
Camera | Karina Epperlein | Director of Photography |
Camera | Vicente Franco | Director of Photography |