Eric, a football fanatic postman whose life is descending into crisis, receives some life coaching from the famously philosophical Eric Cantona.Eric, a football fanatic postman whose life is descending into crisis, receives some life coaching from the famously philosophical Eric Cantona.Eric, a football fanatic postman whose life is descending into crisis, receives some life coaching from the famously philosophical Eric Cantona.
- Awards
- 3 wins & 6 nominations
Stefan Gumbs
- Jess
- (as Stephan Gumbs)
Max Beesley Snr
- Eric's Father
- (as Maxton Beesley)
- Director
- Writer
- All cast & crew
- Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaWhen Spleen asked who's scored after he left the bar, the television on the bar showed Paul Scholes who scored the only goal in that game. It was a real game between Manchester United and Barcelona, the second leg of the champion's league semi final in 2008. Scholes's goal was the only one of either leg and sent United through to the final, where they defeated Chelsea 6-5 on penalties to win the competition.
- GoofsOn the bus going to the raid, the clock reports 12:12. Then, the camera goes on the passengers. When back on the bus clock, it reports 12:38.
- Crazy creditsCredits include footage of the press conference where Eric Cantona gives his famous "seagulls" quote.
- ConnectionsFeatured in At the Movies: Cannes Film Festival 2009 (2009)
Featured review
Looking for what it is about
This film is about a football fan who faces many difficulties in various aspects in his life. He gets a lot of help from an unlikely and imaginary hero.
I heard "Looking for Eric" is funny and is really good, but unfortunately I cannot agree. The story is confusing, and it is not helped by the northern accent which I cannot comprehend at all. As a result, I constantly have no idea what is going on. Though the film is down to earth and unpretentious about every day life, this does not help with building empathy and connection with the viewers. I cannot feel for any of the characters. I was bored and confused throughout the film, and in fact I am still looking for what it is about.
I heard "Looking for Eric" is funny and is really good, but unfortunately I cannot agree. The story is confusing, and it is not helped by the northern accent which I cannot comprehend at all. As a result, I constantly have no idea what is going on. Though the film is down to earth and unpretentious about every day life, this does not help with building empathy and connection with the viewers. I cannot feel for any of the characters. I was bored and confused throughout the film, and in fact I am still looking for what it is about.
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- Gordon-11
- Nov 1, 2009
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- Release date
- Countries of origin
- Official sites
- Languages
- Also known as
- У пошуках Еріка
- Filming locations
- Production companies
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Box office
- Budget
- £4,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $55,804
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $6,743
- May 16, 2010
- Gross worldwide
- $11,650,726
- Runtime1 hour 56 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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