Word Wars

Name: Word Wars
Genre: Comedy, Documentary
Released: June 11, 2004
Duration: 80 min
Rating: 61

2004

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Release Date: June 11, 2004 | Unrated

Summary: This documentary examines the obsessive world of competitive Scrabble.

Director: Eric Chaikin and Julian Petrillo

Genre(s): Comedy, Documentary

Rating: Unrated

Runtime: 80 min

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John McMurtrie

A thoroughly entertaining and hilarious look at a board game that's an occasional amusement for some -- and a serious obsession (or disturbing addiction) for others. Read full review

Sean Axmaker

Though it's hardly as uplifting or inspiring, it's hard not to appreciate these driven men who know they've found their calling when they start to anagram in their dreams. Read full review

V.A. Musetto

Cool graphics and music, combined with jittery camera work, keep the film's energy level high. Who knew Scrabble could be so exciting? Read full review

Kim Morgan

Charming documentary. Read full review

James Greenberg

Lacks the urgency and significance of a great docu but still offers a diverting entertainment. Read full review

Noel Murray

Ultimately as fascinating as it is frustrating. Read full review

Joe Leydon

There's a pronounced lack of emotional pay-off that likely will derail any attempts to position Word Wars as an aud-friendly crowd-pleaser with breakout potential comparable to "Spellbound." Read full review

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