Review of Father of Invention (2010) by Joe H — 08 Oct 2012

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

This review of Father of Invention (2010) was written by Joe H on 08 Oct 2012.

Father of Invention has generally received negative reviews.

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