What Happens at the End of Mr. W's Little Game?

As the rather fussy 'Mr. W' is dining in a restaurant, the waiter introduces him to an attractive woman, who sits down at his table. She asks him to take her to the theater, but he declines, indicating that he would prefer to relax at the restaurant. To entertain her, he teaches her a word game called the 'Minute Game'.

Lynn Shores's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Alexander Woollcott (Mr. W)'s journey. W' is dining in a restaurant, the waiter introduces him to an attractive woman, who sits down at his table.

How Does Alexander Woollcott (Mr. W)'s Story End?

• Alexander Woollcott: Alexander Woollcott's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Leo G. Carroll (George the waiter): Leo G. Carroll's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Marion Martin (The Blonde): Marion Martin's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Mr. W's Little Game Mean?

Mr. W's Little Game's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Alexander Woollcott may feel rushed. Lynn Shores's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.