RIPON FILM SOCIETY

Looking for Eric

A Manchester postman, realising he was happiest when watching his beloved Manchester United, imagines Eric Cantona into his life; the famously philosophising footballer even joining him on his round.

A combination of comedy and gritty social commentary in typical Loach style, the film also treats footy fans to some of Cantona’s finest goals.

“… the bantering comedy of the male workplace mixes with the serious issues of inner-city crime... the self-help group is one of the funniest scenes of Loach's oeuvre.”