"Flash of Genius" (2008) tells the inspiring true story of Robert Kearns, an engineering professor and inventor who created the intermittent windshield wiper. The film follows Kearns, portrayed by Greg Kinnear, as he battles the automotive industry after they steal his invention without giving him credit. Faced with corporate giants and a legal system that seems stacked against him, Kearns embarks on a relentless quest for justice. His journey highlights themes of perseverance, innovation, and the personal cost of standing up for one’s beliefs. As he navigates the complexities of patent law and the emotional toll on his family, Kearns becomes a symbol of the struggle between individual creativity and corporate power.