Flash of Genius

Flash of Genius

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

Directed by Marc Abraham

Produced by Strike Entertainment, Universal Pictures

2008119 min6.6 / 10

A earnest underdog drama about an inventor's principled fight against corporate indifference, grounded in family loyalty and the pursuit of justice.

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.

Questions people ask

  • Is Flash of Genius scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Flash of Genius violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Does Flash of Genius end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 71% of films.

  • Is Flash of Genius easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Is Flash of Genius sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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54/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity66

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Surprise45

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love50

How much audiences actually like it

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