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Flash of Genius (2008)

Film · 2008 · 119 min · PG-13 · Drama

Corporations have time, money, and power on their side. All Bob Kearns had was the truth.

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.

Directed by Marc Abraham

Starring Greg Kinnear, Lauren Graham, Dermot Mulroney, Jake Abel, Daniel Roebuck, Mitch Pileggi, Tim Kelleher, Bill Smitrovich

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In cinemas3 October 2008
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First release anywhere7 September 2008

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