Review of Flash of Genius (2008) by Alaa E — 10 Aug 2010

Weak story .......with superb performance by Kinnear.

This review of Flash of Genius (2008) was written by Alaa E on 10 Aug 2010.

Flash of Genius has generally received positive reviews.

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