Anyway, the movie documents the married couple Herb and Dorothy Vogel - unlikely but very prolific art collectors. Living on goverment incomes, they amassed an amazing and significant art collection that they housed in their one-bedroom Manhattan apartment for years, until donating most of it to the National Gallery of Art. Because they were willing to schlep downtown to "dangerous" neighborhoods, they often got work for very cheap from emerging artists and developed relationships with artists - they traded with Sol LeWitt for one of his first geometric works. Their story is moving and beautiful - a love story - they loved each other and loved art - unlovable art. Whether you are an artist, a collector, or just are an interested person, definitely go see this movie. Click here for theatres and showtimes.
HERB & DOROTHY Trailer from Herb & Dorothy on Vimeo.
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