Review of Looking for Eric (2009) by Dean M — 19 Oct 2010

Top class Brit film. This film has it all, comedy, emotion, thrill, suspense and Eric Cantona. 100% bang on film.

This review of Looking for Eric (2009) was written by Dean M on 19 Oct 2010.

Looking for Eric has generally received positive reviews.

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