Father of Invention
Release date: 2010-02-14
Votes: 172
Genres: Comedy, Drama
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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