I love this movie so much

Thanks for the memories!

The acting in this movie is really good.

It's simply great fun, a winsome film and an occasionally over-the-top luxury fantasy that never flags.

This is one of those films that comes as a surprise, hardly heard of yet well reviewed by some serious critics. Seeing the name Johnathan Demme appear on the credits along with Peter Fonda had me suspecting yet another re-run of "Fighting Mad" but insightful director, writer, editor, Victor Nunez plays it more like a character study. Nunez also tends to have an affinity for working within the Florida landscape as several of his features have this exotic setting. Apart from a couple of nasty drug oriented sequences (integral to the story) and some unnecessary language, I was reminded of a couple of the better episodes from Budd Shulberg's low budget TV series from the 60s "The Everglades" (remember that terrific theme song?) Having been most impressed by Peter Fonda's own production (with the marvelous Warren Oates) "The Hired Hand" in '71 (probably his most mature work to date), I was drawn to giving 'Ulee's' a chance viewing. It has the look of a film that's always about to take a turn for the usual Hollywood gung-ho heroic's but here, the writing's far more laid back and introspective. It slowly weaves its way to a rather well thought out and tad more believable conclusion. Action fans may be disappointed but for those who enjoy a more leisurely pace, free of over done CGI, this could entertain. Acting by the principal characters is uniformly good:- Fonda, with young Jessica Biel and Penny Jackson as grandaughters, do well in bringing to life a disenfranchised family unit doing it tough. Director of Photography Virgil Morano and Music score composer Charles Engstrom add nicely to the overall atmosphere. A movie like this would have been a real surprise to the film companies in '97 who were all looking for mindless blockbuster action epics to sell to the masses - they simply would not have known what to do with it!. A little picture that's worth a look if you're in the right mood or for those who want to see Peter Fonda nearly 30 years after the more successful but somehow over-rated 'Easy Rider'.Foot note: The film also gives us a fairly detailed introduction to the art of Bee Keeping and Honey extraction in difficult locations.

This was an okay movie, very low key, helped but along by Peter Fonda who is just exceptional. He plays Ulee, a reserved Florida bee keeper forced to put his splintered family back together when his incarcerated son asks for a favour. Solid acting all round with some powerful scenes between Fonda and Patricia Richardson (Home Improvement). It's a low budget movie but that doesn't seem to affect anything. The quiet beekeeping scenes are beautifully done. (I even learned a thing or two about honey there) Also includes a (very) young Jessica Biel as Ulee's granddaughter. 8/23/14

The title of the film "Ulee's Gold" does not inspire most movie-goers to run to their local theaters. As a skeptic, I gave the film a chance on a rainy Thursday evening & what a pleasant surprise. Those of us who enjoy superb acting, a good storyline & script, and a capable leading man are in for a treat. Standoffish, reclusive, & heartbroken beekeeper Ulee Jackson lives a simple life caring for his grandchildren in Florida. But the simple life is not without challenges. Ulee is forced to face his jailed son's crime & cohorts, a daughter-in-law on drugs, raising girls coming of age, & a new neighbor with a big heart. Through it all, Ulee keeps a stiff upper lip & a strong familial presence in order to right the wrongs & keep his simple life whole. Peter Fonda outdoes himself in the title role & gives you reason to believe in Ulee's fortitude. Jessica Biel & Patricia Richardson are more than capable in their respective supporting roles. If you get a chance, give "Ulee's Gold" a gander. You won't be disappointed. Platinum,....simply platinum.

I agree with the above commentator that Victor Nunez has great talent, but I disagree with the criticism of the writing. I think the dialog is intentionally paced to accurately reflect the oral traditions of rural Floridians in that socio-economic milieu.I was very disappointed that this film did not win an Oscar. In my opinion, its the best acting Peter Fonda has ever done. As a native Floridian, I also recognize many of the locales in the film, shot on location in the Sunshine State.If you haven't seen this film, you have missed a treasure. By the way, its up to the viewer to decide whether the title refers to honey or Ulysses' family values.