# Looking for Eric (2009)

> A beleaguered Manchester postman finds unlikely courage through football fellowship, family reconciliation, and the imagined counsel of his idol Éric Cantona.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/11414

## Facts

- Runtime: 116 min
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Director: Ken Loach
- Cast: Steve Evets, Éric Cantona, Stephanie Bishop, Gerard Kearns, Stefan Gumbs, Lucy-Jo Hudson, Cole Williams, Dylan Williams
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1242545/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, warm, hopeful, comfort viewing, football night

## Synopsis

A middle-aged postman grapples with life’s challenges while seeking guidance from his footballing idol.

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