“The film is a visual poem — a great way to experience di Prima direct.”

— Bob Holman, Bowery Poetry Club, Endangered Language Alliance, and Visiting Professor of Writing

“...The Poetry Deal...is faithful to the buzzing sense of boundary-less joy that made the Beats so special.”

— Educational Media Reviews

"In just 27 minutes, The Poetry Deal brings into clear view the strong  determination and e’lan vital of this remarkable poet."

— Ingrid Swanberg Feminist Collections

“Visually powerful and provocative, and a tribute to this unique poet’s transformative alchemy as thinker, visionary, and trail-blazer. I highly recommend this documentary to literary scholars, students, writers and anyone interested in the culture of these complicated times.”

— Anne Waldman, Poet Co-founder, Distinguished Prof, Jack Kerouac School, Naropa University