A documentary of a one room poetry bookshop, which has been in existence over 90 years. It is a legendary literary place that the world must encounter.
This documentary unpacks the Grolier’s rich history and current transformation. We hear characters read and talk about poetry, and share their experiences at the Grolier. We get a sense of what it feels like to be an audience in the bookshop. We experience writers speak passionately about their craft, the poetry community and the central role the Grolier has played. We see the enthusiasm of the shop owners while also sensing the looming financial pressure the Grolier is facing. Out of 25 book stores at Harvard Square in the 1990s, only 5 are left – and the Grolier is one of them. But for how long?