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Flash of Genius
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Flash of Genius

2008-09-07 · 119 min · ★ 6.6

Drama

In this David vs. Goliath drama based on a true story, college professor Robert Kearns goes up against the giants of the auto industry when they fail to give him credit for inventing intermittent windshield wipers. Kearns doggedly pursues recognition for his invention, as well as the much-deserved financial rewards for the sake of his wife and six kids.

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Directors
Marc Abraham
Production companies
Strike Entertainment, Universal Pictures, Spyglass Entertainment, Intermittent Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Greg KinnearGreg KinnearBob Kearns
Lauren GrahamLauren GrahamPhyllis Kearns
Dermot MulroneyDermot MulroneyGil Previck
Jake AbelJake AbelDennis
Daniel RoebuckDaniel RoebuckFrank Sertin
Mitch PileggiMitch PileggiMacklin Tyler
Tim KelleherTim KelleherCharlie Defao
Bill SmitrovichBill SmitrovichJudge Franks
Conor O'FarrellConor O'FarrellChris Finley
Alan AldaAlan AldaGregory Lawson
Tim EddisMaryland Cop #1
Warren BelleWarren BelleMaryland Cop #2
Karl PrunerKarl PrunerPete
Bill LakeBill LakeScott
Landon NorrisLandon NorrisYoung Dennis
Shae NorrisYoung Kathy
Steven WoodworthYoung Tim
Victoria LearnYoung Maureen
Dylan AuthorsDylan AuthorsYoung Patrick
Ronn SarosiakRonn SarosiakReverend

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