| Overall: | A |
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| Violence: | A |
| Sexual Content: | B |
| Language: | B |
| Drugs/Alcohol: | A- |
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| Video Release: | 16 Nov 2006 |
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Recent documentaries have covered a wide range of topics including New York City’s initiative to introduce ballroom dancing into their fifth grade curriculum in Mad Hot Ballroom. The yearly journey of Emperor Penguins raked in big bucks for the March of the Penguins. And a simple office supply staple helps teach tolerance and determination to a group of Tennessee school children in Paper Clips.
Home Video Extra Features
What’s an eight-letter word for a documentary about crossword puzzles? Plug in Wordplay, and see how this DVD release fits with what you know about this popular pastime. If you are still looking for clues, try listening to the commentary provided by the movie’s director Patrick Creadon, New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz and crossword constructor Merl Reagle. If that isn’t enough, check out the deleted scenes, and interview gallery and featurettes on five unforgettable puzzles. Film fans may also enjoy a sneak-peek at Wordplay Goes to Sundance, Gary Louris music video Every Word, a photo gallery and Waiting for the New York Times (a short film by Patricia Erens). Audio tracks are available in English (Dolby Digital 5.1), with subtitles in English and Spanish.
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About the Reviewer: Kerry Bennett
Kerry Bennett is interested in media from both a journalist and parent perspective. Along with authoring articles for several family-oriented publications, she has written for Parent Previews for nearly 10 years. She serves as Vice President of the Alberta Association for Media Awareness. She and her husband Garry have four sons.
