Ingenious (2009 American film)
# Ingenious (2009 American film)

Ingenious (originally titled Lightbulb) is a 2009 American film. It is a rags-to-riches story of two friends, a small-time inventor and a sharky salesman, who hit rock bottom before coming up with a gizmo that becomes a worldwide phenomenon. It is based on the true story of some friends who are trying to come up with an invention, before hitting on an idea.

## Cast

* Dallas Roberts as Matt, an inventor
* Jeremy Renner as Sam, Matt's lifelong friend and business partner
* Ayelet Zurer as Gina, Matt's wife
* Marguerite Moreau as Cinda
* Amanda Anka [es] as Louisa
* Richard Kind as Newkin
* Eddie Jemison as Bean
* Judith Scott as Rita
* Debby Rosenthal as Brenda
* Michael Kagan as Mort
* Rob Brownstein as Kent
* Vince Grant as Randall
* François Chau as Mr. Chow

## Production

The film was shot on location in Tucson, Arizona and Hong Kong. It premiered at the 2009 Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

