The Water Engine 1992

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.

Directed by: Steven Schachter
Written by: David Mamet
Release date: 1992-08-24
Runtime: 110 minutes
Cast:
William H. Macy
William H. Macy
Charles Lang 
Patti LuPone
Patti LuPone
Rita Lang 
Charles Durning
Charles Durning
Tour Guide 
John Mahoney
John Mahoney
Mason Gross 
Joanna Miles
Joanna Miles
Mrs. Varek 
Joe Mantegna
Joe Mantegna
Lawrence Oberman