Review of Looking for Eric (2009) by Daan D — 17 Jul 2013

Charming little English drama about a man discovering how to be a man.

This review of Looking for Eric (2009) was written by Daan D on 17 Jul 2013.

Looking for Eric has generally received positive reviews.

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