Review of Looking for Eric (2009) by Le Greg P — 15 Apr 2010

Quitte Ã avoir un ami imaginaire, autant que ce soit Eric Cantona ! Une fin un peu bonne enfant anyway...

This review of Looking for Eric (2009) was written by Le Greg P on 15 Apr 2010.

Looking for Eric has generally received positive reviews.

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