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Father of Invention

Sometimes the best ideas are homegrown.
Feb 14, 2010 · 1h 33m
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Comedy
Drama

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Nearly a decade after a faulty product landed him in prison, an arrogant inventor is determined to restore his reputation and rebuild his fortune. But first, he has to convince his estranged daughter that he's worthy of a second chance.

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CAST

Kevin Spacey
Robert Axle
Camilla Belle
Claire Axle
Heather Graham
Phoebe
Virginia Madsen
Lorraine
John Stamos
Steven Leslie
Johnny Knoxville
Troy Coangelo
Michael Rosenbaum
Eddie
Mary Cobb
Sheila
Directed by Trent Cooper

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Pangea Media Group, Kjam Media, Bridgegate FIlms, Horizon Entertainment
Country
US

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