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Flash of Genius

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

★ 6.6 / 10 (260 votes)September 7, 2008119 minEN
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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Movie facts

Release dateSeptember 7, 2008
StatusReleased
Runtime119 min
Rating★ 6.6 / 10
CertificationPG-13
Original languageEnglish
CountryUnited States of America
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ProductionStrike Entertainment, Universal Pictures, Spyglass Entertainment, Intermittent Productions
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Crew

Director

Marc Abraham

Writers

John Seabrook, Philip Railsback

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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
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