Wordplay
Wordplay

Movie·2006·1h 34m

Wordplay

Discover a world that thinks inside the box

Country

United States of America

Language

English

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// overview

The Story

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.

Written By

Christine O'Malley

Cinematography

Patrick Creadon

Editor

Douglas Blush

Themes

competitioncontestcrossword puzzle

Production House

O'Malley Creadon Productions
The Weinstein Company
IFC FIlms

Audience Score

70%

48 votes

Skip10%
Timepass22%
Go for it39%
Perfection29%

Where to watch

Region: US

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// cast

Cast

Will Shortz

Will Shortz

Self

Merl Reagle

Self

Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton

Self

Jon Stewart

Jon Stewart

Self

Tyler Hinman

Self

Trip Payne

Self

Al Sanders

Self

Ellen Ripstein

Self

Jon Delfin

Self

Marc Romano

Self

Mike Mussina

Self

Bob Dole

Bob Dole

Self

Amy Ray

Amy Ray

Self - Indigo Girls

Emily Saliers

Emily Saliers

Self - Indigo Girls

Ken Burns

Ken Burns

Self

// crew

Crew

Patrick Creadon

Patrick Creadon

Director, Writer, Director of Photography

Christine O'Malley

Writer

Douglas Blush

Douglas Blush

Editor

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