Ulee's Gold' Ulee's Gold is a 1997 American drama film directed by Victor Nuñez and starring Peter Fonda. The movie follows Ulee Jackson, a beekeeper in Florida who is trying to protect his family from a dangerous criminal element. Ulee's Gold was well-received by critics and won several awards, including the Grand Jury Prize at the 1997 Sundance Film Festival. It was also nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Peter Fonda.