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Discover a world that thinks inside the box
Discover a world that thinks inside the box
Documentary - 2006
Wordplay
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From the masters who create the mind-bending diversions to the tense competition at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, Patrick Creadon's documentary reveals a fascinating look at a decidedly addictive pastime. Creadon captures New York Times editor Will Shortz at work, talks to celebrity solvers -- including Bill Clinton and Ken Burns -- and presents an intimate look at the national tournament and its competitors.
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Rated:
PG
Runtime:
94 min
Release date:
26 Jun 2006
Country:
US
Languages:
English
Budget:
$0
Revenue:
$0
Awards:
1 win & 7 nominations

Top Critics Reviews

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Boy, was I wrong. There's more palm-sweating suspense in one minute of this baby than in all of The Omen.
– Peter Travers,
Rolling Stone,
24 Nov 2006
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Even though these puzzles are mapped out with utmost precision -- and even though logic is an extremely useful tool for solving them -- they're still, somehow, objects of intrigue and mystery.
– Stephanie Zacharek,
Salon.com,
7 Oct 2006
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A playful, informative and very sweet documentary about the world of words 'across' or 'down.'
– Roger Moore,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Jul 2006
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It manages to turn an internal, solitary activity into fodder for an engaging, even exciting movie.
– Rene Rodriguez,
Miami Herald,
30 Jun 2006
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There's a surface satisfaction to Wordplay that's absolutely undeniable. But there are also just enough smarts here to make you wish for something more.
– Tom Long,
Detroit News,
30 Jun 2006
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