INDEPENDENT LENS | Wordplay | PBS
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The New York Times crossword puzzle is considered one of the most difficult in America. Every day millions of people attempt to solve the mind-boggling game. WORDPLAY presents an entertaining and informative look at the editor of the crossword, Will Shortz, and the puzzle constructors with whom he collaborates. This acclaimed film is an engaging portrait of a community of crossword lovers everywhere.
WORDPLAY premieres Tuesday, October 16 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Terrence Howard, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, Independent Lens is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide.
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http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/wordplay/
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wonderful film. Scumptious film
misy49 2 years ago
"BRING IT, SHORTZ!"
The solvers seen in this clip are Ken Burns, Jon Stewart, Mike Mussina, the Indigo Girls and Bill Clinton. They're all solving the same puzzle whose creation by Merl Reagle is also seen in the movie.
2005dave 2 years ago
How can it not be aorta?
paralian 4 years ago