Visitors learn about the astounding past wealth of Long Island's Gold Coast, taking in areas such as Sands Point and Glen Cove.

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This is the so-called gold coast, stretching across Long Island bay, where financiers and many, many hedge fund mangers build homes.

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The film is being shot at Marcy Armory in Brooklyn, as well as at Long Island's Gold Coast Studios and Grumman Studios, both in Bethpage.

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