Discover a world that thinks inside the box
7
94 min
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.
| Name | Character | Team | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Will Shortz | Self | Unowned |
| Merl Reagle | Self | Unowned | |
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Bill Clinton | Self | Unowned |
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Jon Stewart | Self | Unowned |
| Tyler Hinman | Self | Unowned | |
| Trip Payne | Self | Unowned | |
| Al Sanders | Self | Unowned | |
| Ellen Ripstein | Self | Unowned | |
| Jon Delfin | Self | Unowned | |
| Marc Romano | Self | Unowned | |
| Mike Mussina | Self | Unowned | |
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Bob Dole | Self | Unowned |
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Amy Ray | Self - Indigo Girls | Unowned |
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Emily Saliers | Self - Indigo Girls | Unowned |
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Ken Burns | Self | Unowned |