Flash of Genius

Flash of Genius

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

PG-13 2008 · 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.

Directed by Marc Abraham · Written by John Seabrook

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Greg Kinnear Bob Kearns
Lauren Graham Phyllis Kearns
Dermot Mulroney Gil Previck
Jake Abel Dennis
Daniel Roebuck Frank Sertin
Mitch Pileggi Macklin Tyler
Tim Kelleher Charlie Defao
Bill Smitrovich Judge Franks
Conor O'Farrell Chris Finley
Alan Alda Gregory Lawson
Tim Eddis Maryland Cop #1
Warren Belle Maryland Cop #2

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