Wordplay
Wordplay

Wordplay

Discover a world that thinks inside the box

7.0(44 votes)
2006
1h 34m
Documentary

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.

Production

O'Malley Creadon Productions, The Weinstein Company, IFC FIlms

Cast

Will Shortz

Will Shortz

Self

Merl Reagle

Merl Reagle

Self

Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton

Self

Jon Stewart

Jon Stewart

Self

Tyler Hinman

Tyler Hinman

Self

Trip Payne

Trip Payne

Self

Al Sanders

Al Sanders

Self

Ellen Ripstein

Ellen Ripstein

Self

Jon Delfin

Jon Delfin

Self

Marc Romano

Marc Romano

Self

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