Review of Father of Invention (2010) by Cameron S — 28 Oct 2011

Amongst spacey's worst movies. Its not so much his performance or the rest of the cast but poor story development.

This review of Father of Invention (2010) was written by Cameron S on 28 Oct 2011.

Father of Invention has generally received negative reviews.

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By Philippa H (7) on 06 Mar 2012

I didn't really like it. I didn't think it was funny and it wasn't believable. Hubby thought it was just ok…

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By Carlos A (167) on 18 Oct 2012

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By Sol C (251) on 16 Jun 2012

Home Run for Kevin Spacey. He gives another great performance in a film that should have gotten a lot of attention…

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By Sarah K. H (4) on 27 Mar 2012

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By Paul D (6,077) on 26 Jul 2012

Fairly awful overall...however, one awesome moment does involve 2 former Lex Luthor's in a lawn fight...so that is fun…

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Father of Invention is not without its comic moments. Unfortunately, they take place during the end credits…

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By Eva J (62) on 28 Aug 2012

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By Tracy F (421) on 29 Aug 2012

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