Plot — What is Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man about?
In 1951, George Whitman opened a bookshop-commune in Paris. George, 92, still runs his "den of anarchists disguised as a bookstore," offering free, dirty beds to poor literati, cutting his hair with a candle and gluing the carpet with pancake batter. More than 40,000 poets, travelers and political activists have stayed at Shakespeare and Company, writing or stealing books, throwing parties and making soup or love while living with George's generosity and fits of anger. Illustrious guests include Henry Miller, Anaïs Nin, Jacques Prévert, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, Gregory Corso, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, James Baldwin and Richard Wright. Welcome to the makeshift utopia of the last member of the Beat Generation.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 52 min |
| Audience Score | 80% (8.0/10, 2 votes) |
Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man — FAQ
Is Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man worth watching? Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man holds a 8.0/10 rating from 2 viewers. In 1951, George Whitman opened a bookshop-commune in Paris. George, 92, still runs his "den of anarchists disguised as a bookstore," offering free, dirty beds to poor literati, cutting his hair with a candle and gluing t
Who directed Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man? Directed by Gonzague Pichelin.
Where can I stream Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man? Streaming availability for Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Portrait of a Bookstore as an Old Man release? It released in 2003.
