Word Wars Critic Reviews
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Based upon 8 Critic Reviews- Highest Rated
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Only occasionally do the thrill of the game and the passion of its players come together. That said, these guys' nakedly neurotic enthusiasm keeps the movie from being a total jumble.Read the full review
Compellingly watchable. Read the full review
The film stands up well to the inevitable comparisons to "Spellbound," a riveting documentary about young spelling bee contestants. Read the full review
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 the full review
Lacks the urgency and significance of a great docu but still offers a diverting entertainment.Read the full review
The film demands patience with grainy photography, garage-band power chords and eye-straining alphabetic jumbles. It's neither easy viewing nor easy living: the game has worn these men down to a childlike state, which makes them ultimately compelling.Read the full review
Ultimately as fascinating as it is frustrating. Read the full review
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 the full review
