Review of Looking for Eric (2009) by Adhitama R — 24 Dec 2009

A very enjoyable, funny, witty british film possibly one of the most original british films ive ever seen, Eric Cantona is great in it as well!

This review of Looking for Eric (2009) was written by Adhitama R on 24 Dec 2009.

Looking for Eric has generally received positive reviews.

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