Father of Invention
2010 · 1h 33m · Comedy, Drama · United States of America · Rated PG-13 (US)
Sometimes the best ideas are homegrown.
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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