In the 1930s, Charles Lang invents an engine that runs using water for fuel. But when he tries to get it patented, he is first offered a ridiculously low amount. When he refuses, he is suddenly several people are pressuring him to sell. The big oil companies don't want the competition. Now he has to try and keep them from getting his idea, and somehow get it published.
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Cast
- William H. MacyCharles Lang
- Patti LuPoneRita Lang
- Charles DurningTour Guide
- John MahoneyMason Gross
- Joe MantegnaLawrence Oberman
- Joanna MilesMrs. Varek
- Mike NussbaumMr. Wallace
- Treat WilliamsDave Murray
- J.J. JohnstonWhite Haired Man
- David MametBrown Haired Man
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- Steven SchachterDirector
- David MametWriter
- Bryan EnglandDirector of Photography
- Alaric JansOriginal Music Composer
- Martin HunterEditor
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