This article previews the new documentary, "Blue Scuti: The Tetris Crasher," which chronicles the incredible achievement of 13-year-old Willis Gibson. Known by his gamer tag "Blue Scuti," Gibson became the first human to "crash" the original Nintendo (NES) version of , a feat long considered possible only for artificial intelligence.

The summary highlights these key points:

• The Central Achievement: The documentary focuses on Gibson's historic game where he reached the "kill screen" or "True Killscreen," effectively beating the unbeatable game.
• The "Rolling" Revolution: Gibson's success is attributed to a revolutionary new playing technique called "rolling." This method allows for much faster piece manipulation than older techniques like "hypertapping" and has been adopted by a new generation of young players shaking up the competitive scene.
• A Human Story: Beyond the technical gameplay, the film is described as a coming-of-age story. An exclusive clip featured in the article showcases the powerful friendship and rivalry between Blue Scuti and fellow competitor Alex "aG_n" Thach, revealing the emotional pressure and personal stakes involved.
• Generational Shift: The film explores the dynamic between the new "rolling" generation and the established veterans of the Classic Tetris World Championship (CTWC), highlighting the evolution of the sport.

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