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WORDPLAY - Crossword Puzzle Documenatry Will Shortz DVD
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An item that is used but still in very good condition. No damage to the jewel case or item cover, no scuffs, scratches, cracks, or holes. The cover art and liner notes are included. The VHS or DVD box is included. The video game instructions and box are included. The teeth of disk holder are undamaged. Minimal wear on the exterior of item. No skipping on CD/DVD. No fuzzy/snowy frames on VHS tape. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Very Good
- Seller Notes
- UPC
- 0796019796156
- Format
- DVD
- Release Year
- 2006
- Director
- Patrick Creadon
- Sub-Genre
- Media Arts
- Genre
- Musical & Performing Arts
- Movie/TV Title
- Wordplay
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Inky-fingered New York Times readers love the mind-bending crossword puzzles lovingly curated for the paper by longstanding contributor Will Shortz. There are few things more satisfying than completing one of Shortz's puzzles, and a cult has sprung up around the enigmatic crossword compiler as Times readers put pen to paper and attempt to pick his brains. Director Patrick Creadon has capitalized on this phenomenon with the film WORDPLAY, a genial documentary based on Shortz and his devoted followers. Creadon begins by tracing Shortz's unusual ascent to his tenure at the Times, creating a picture of an easygoing, well-liked, and respected man. Creadon also takes viewers on a trip to the 28th annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, a geek haven where Shortz assumes godlike status. Indeed, it was Shortz himself who created the contest, and he still presides over it, demonstrating a great deal of affection for the tournament and its participants. As we witness the various eccentrics battling it, some of Shortz's celebrity fans get plenty of camera time, THE DAILY SHOW's Jon Stewart and former president Bill Clinton among them. Clinton even recalls an amusing occasion when a particularly tricky election-day puzzle left readers wondering whether "Clinton" or "Bob Dole" was the seven-letter solution to one of Shortz's clues--in fact some clever juggling of letters meant that both answers could have been correct. An enjoyable movie that even manages to make the crossword tournament a gripping affair, WORDPLAY succeeds largely thanks to its immensely likeable central figure and the behavior of the kooky contestants at the tournament.
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UPC
0796019796156
eBay Product ID (ePID)
55143412
Product Key Features
Movie/TV Title
Wordplay
Director
Patrick Creadon
Format
DVD
Release Year
2006
Genre
Musical & Performing Arts
Sub-Genre
Media Arts
Additional Product Features
Number of Discs
1
Country/Region of Manufacture
USA
Film Country
USA
Release Date
20061107
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- r***l (150)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGood Seller, shipping was quick, not totally as described as there is no photo of the back and when received had sticker on the back (wouldn't have bought if known), and there are a few minor tears in the plastic wrap around the game that weren't described as well. I am happy with the product and the cost, however a little disappointed with the description of the product not being accurate. Although still a good seller.. Thank youSONY PLAYSTATION 4 PS4 Video Game - DESTINY 2 - NEW/SEALED (#266526695631)
- c***h (503)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe item was new as described. It was packaged securely. The seller was quick to respond to a question and shipped the item promptly. I received the item within a few days. The price was better than pretty much everyone else’s and was far better than most.THE COMPLETE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Every Issue Sine 1888 WIN MAC CD-ROM NEW/SEALED (#146470022287)
- m***9 (653)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMade several purchases from this seller and always know what to expect. They always describe the item in an accurate way and if there are any flaws they list them or contact you to let you know. Also their shipping is very great as it is usually free. And they offer discounts on multiple items.