Carmine Street Guitars

This documentary chronicles the final days of Carmine Street Guitars, a legendary New York City guitar shop. For over four decades, owner Rick Kelly has handcrafted unique guitars from reclaimed wood, attracting a devoted clientele of musicians. As the shop faces closure due to rising rents, the film captures the intimate atmosphere, the artistry of guitar making, and the community that has formed around this special place.

Carmine Street Guitars was widely praised by critics for its intimate portrait of a vanishing New York City institution and its celebration of craftsmanship and community. Reviewers lauded its authentic portrayal of the musicians who frequent the shop and the passion of its owner, Rick Kelly. The film was seen as a poignant elegy to a specific kind of artisanal, analog culture in an increasingly digital world.

• A heartfelt and evocative tribute to a fading craft and community.

• Beautifully shot, capturing the soul of a New York City institution.

• Celebrates the artistry and passion behind handmade instruments.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's authentic feel and its focus on the craft of guitar making. Many appreciated the personal stories of the musicians and the shop owner, finding it a touching look at a disappearing piece of New York City culture.

Screened at various film festivals, including the Melbourne International Film Festival and CPH:DOX. Received positive reviews.

The wood used to make the guitars at Carmine Street Guitars is often reclaimed from old buildings in New York City, including churches and other historic structures, giving each instrument a unique history.