Review of Looking for Eric (2009) by Jean-Michel D — 08 Oct 2009

I AM NOT A MAN, I AM CANTONA. Loved the ending.

This review of Looking for Eric (2009) was written by Jean-Michel D on 08 Oct 2009.

Looking for Eric has generally received positive reviews.

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