Documentary
United States of America
"The Booksellers" is a documentary film that explores the world of rare book dealers and collectors in New York City. The film provides a glimpse into the trade, following the daily lives and passions of several dealers and collectors, including their processes of finding and selling rare books and manuscripts. It features interviews with experts, including antiquarian book dealers, museum curators, and preservationists, who discuss the cultural and historical significance of books, the value of their physical appearance, and the challenges facing the book trade today. The film shows viewers around some of the most iconic bookstores in New York City, as well as the annual Antiquarian Book Fair at the Park Avenue Armory. It also touches on issues such as the impact of digitization on the book industry and the role of women and minorities in the trade. Overall, "The Booksellers" is a tribute to the love of the printed word and the people that have dedicated their lives to preserving it.
