Wordplay

Wordplay

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2006-06-26

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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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.

Released

2006-06-26

Runtime

94

Director

Patrick Creadon

Budget

$0

Revenue

$0

Genres

Documentary

Language

English

Production

O'Malley Creadon Productions

The Weinstein Company

IFC FIlms

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    Will Shortz

    Will Shortz
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    Merl Reagle

    Merl Reagle
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    Bill Clinton

    Bill Clinton
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    Jon Stewart

    Jon Stewart
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    Tyler Hinman

    Tyler Hinman
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    Trip Payne

    Trip Payne
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    Al Sanders

    Al Sanders
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    Ellen Ripstein

    Ellen Ripstein
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    Jon Delfin

    Jon Delfin
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    Marc Romano

    Marc Romano
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    Mike Mussina

    Mike Mussina
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    Bob Dole

    Bob Dole
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    Amy Ray

    Amy Ray
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    Emily Saliers

    Emily Saliers
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    Ken Burns

    Ken Burns