Review of Father of Invention (2010) by Andrew S — 07 Sep 2017

Recently released from prison, a former millionaire (Kevin Spacey) must reinvent himself before he can rebuild his infomercial empire.

This review of Father of Invention (2010) was written by Andrew S on 07 Sep 2017.

Father of Invention has generally received negative reviews.

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By Borhan K (438) on 09 Oct 2012

This movie well its different kinda quirky and slow and not really a comedy that it states it to be…

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By Mark F (961) on 11 Dec 2011

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By Panta O (398) on 27 Jan 2012

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I am not quite sure where I place Kevin Spacey as an actor. Some moments I really enjoy watching him and others, I am not so sure…

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By Drew B (597) on 11 Jan 2014

Very sweet, but awful use of Spacey, predictable, depressing, and full of dumb unneeded cliches…

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By Alexandru S (53) on 21 May 2012

Predictable drama yet entertaining to watch. Kevin Spacey can play it all…

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By Joe H (1,381) on 08 Oct 2012

This movie had potential but something got lost in the script. Good talent wasted…

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I know this movie is a little predictable.. but you know what ..it makes you feel good and somehow happy…

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By Lawson S (1) on 28 Apr 2012

Uninteresting characters and unfunny jokes hinder this otherwise somewhat entertaining movie…

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