Review of Father of Invention (2010) by Ford P — 25 May 2012

Not a bad idea for a story I suppose, but badly in need of a less predictable screenplay.

Ford Prefect.

This review of Father of Invention (2010) was written by Ford P on 25 May 2012.

Father of Invention has generally received negative reviews.

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