Drama ·TV Movie · United States of America · 1992 · 1h 28m

The Water Engine

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Director
Steven Schachter
Cast
William H. Macy as Charles Lang Patti LuPone as Rita Lang Charles Durning as Tour Guide John Mahoney as Mason Gross Joe Mantegna as Lawrence Oberman Joanna Miles as Mrs. Varek
Crew
Bryan England — Director of Photography Martin Hunter — Editor Alaric Jans — Original Music Composer David Mamet — Writer
Synopsis

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.

Key Collaborators
Steven Schachter Director Bryan England Director of Photography Martin Hunter Editor Alaric Jans Original Music Composer David Mamet Writer
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