Spellbound

Spellbound

Everyone wants the last word.

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Release Date

11/13/2002

Runtime

97 mins

Overview

This documentary follows 8 teens and pre-teens as they work their way toward the finals of the Scripps Howard national spelling bee championship in Washington D.C.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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An intimate portrait of eight young spellers chasing a national championship, balancing the weight of their families' hopes with the pressure of competition. It's as much about growing up under scrutiny as it is about spelling.

Mood

HopefulTenseJoyful

Themes

AmbitionComing of ageFamilyIdentity

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Steady

Look

Documentary-like

Structure

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