Flash of Genius

2008

Action / Biography / Drama

16
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Rotten 55% · 106 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Spilled 55% · 5K ratings
IMDb Rating 7.0/10 10 18281 18.3K

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Plot summary

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.

Director

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Marc Abraham

Top cast

Aaron Abrams Photo
Aaron Abrams as Ian Meillor
Chuck Shamata Photo
Chuck Shamata as Professor Irwin
Conor O'Farrell Photo
Conor O'Farrell as Chris Finley
Dermot Mulroney Photo
Dermot Mulroney as Gil Previck
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1.02 GB
1280*534
English 2.0
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23.976 fps
1 hr 59 min
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1.86 GB
1920*800
English 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  
23.976 fps
1 hr 59 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by thinker1691 8 / 10

" It isn't so much they wanted to steal my invention, they wanted my life as well "

Time after time, Anerican audiences have stood witness to the fact Inventors have created and continue to create some of the most important breakthroughs in history. As a result, America has become the Land of Opportunity for any young inventor to make his mark in history. However, there are those in high position who believe they are so powerful, they can reach out and steal anything they want with total impunity. This movie is a case in point. The worthy film is called a " Flash of Genius. " It is essentially the story of Bob Kearns (Greg Kinnear) a college professor who in a moment of inspiration, invents a wind shield wiper with an oscillating program. A top executive of the Ford Motor company ( Mitch Pileggi) tries to plays the professor for a fool and disregarding the little man, steals his patents. Though it will take money, time, effort and patience to fight the industrial giant, Kearns risks all to fight for what he believes is the right thing to do. Alan Alda plays a wimp of a lawyer and tries to convince Kearns to take a tiny settlement and give up the fight. Despite the risk of losing his wife, his family and even his sanity, Kearns is determined and creates a wonderful David vs Goliath story. Highly recommended to anyone who believe in fighting with the best weapon of all; the truth. ****
Reviewed by thinker1691 8 / 10

" It isn't so much they wanted to steal my invention, they wanted my life as well "

Time after time, Anerican audiences have stood witness to the fact Inventors have created and continue to create some of the most important breakthroughs in history. As a result, America has become the Land of Opportunity for any young inventor to make his mark in history. However, there are those in high position who believe they are so powerful, they can reach out and steal anything they want with total impunity. This movie is a case in point. The worthy film is called a " Flash of Genius. " It is essentially the story of Bob Kearns (Greg Kinnear) a college professor who in a moment of inspiration, invents a wind shield wiper with an oscillating program. A top executive of the Ford Motor company ( Mitch Pileggi) tries to plays the professor for a fool and disregarding the little man, steals his patents. Though it will take money, time, effort and patience to fight the industrial giant, Kearns risks all to fight for what he believes is the right thing to do. Alan Alda plays a wimp of a lawyer and tries to convince Kearns to take a tiny settlement and give up the fight. Despite the risk of losing his wife, his family and even his sanity, Kearns is determined and creates a wonderful David vs Goliath story. Highly recommended to anyone who believe in fighting with the best weapon of all; the truth. ****
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