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Wordplay

(2006)

Documentary

.

1hrs 34m

Overview

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.

Score

70

All Trailers

Wordplay - Trailer

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Will Shortz as Self

Will Shortz

** Self

Merl Reagle as Self

Merl Reagle

** Self

Bill Clinton as Self

Bill Clinton

** Self

Jon Stewart as Self

Jon Stewart

** Self

Tyler Hinman as Self

Tyler Hinman

** Self

Trip Payne as Self

Trip Payne

** Self

Al Sanders as Self

Al Sanders

** Self

Ellen Ripstein as Self

Ellen Ripstein

** Self

Jon Delfin as Self

Jon Delfin

** Self

Marc Romano as Self

Marc Romano

** Self

Mike Mussina as Self

Mike Mussina

** Self

Bob Dole as Self

Bob Dole

** Self

Amy Ray as Self - Indigo Girls

Amy Ray

** Self - Indigo Girls

Emily Saliers as Self - Indigo Girls

Emily Saliers

** Self - Indigo Girls

Ken Burns as Self

Ken Burns

** Self

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