Looking for Eric UK Premiere

CANTONA RETURNS TO MANCHESTER FOR THE UK PREMIERE OF LOOKING FOR ERIC

Regional screen agency Northwest Vision and Media were on hand to welcome renowned director Ken Loach and footballing legend Eric Cantona to the region for the UK premiere of their new film, Looking For Eric.

The fantastic weather saw fans gather outside the Vue Cinema at The Lowry Centre, Salford Quays to catch a glimpse of the ex Manchester United player on a rare return to the city. They were not left disappointed as the footballer turned actor spent time signing autographs and meeting fans on the red carpet.

The film itself, which was part funded by Northwest Vision and Media and shot entirely on location in Manchester with the help of the Greater Manchester Film Office, follows the story of Postman Eric, who when his life spirals out of control turns to his hero Cantona. Local actor Steve Evetts from Salford plays the lead of role of Eric the postman and was delighted that the film premiered in his home town.

The film’s cast was made up of a stream of Northwest talent including ex Coronation Street actress Lucy-Jo Hudson, Shameless actor Gerard Kearns, Key 103’s Justin Moorhouse and John Henshaw to name just a few.

Head of Film for Northwest Vision and Media, Tara Cook, comments on the film’s success, “It’s such a fantastic honour for the film to not only be filmed, but also have its UK premiere in the area. Ken and Eric are two massive names and we hope that they can help put the Northwest on the map, not only highlighting the great talent we have working in the region, but also as a filming destination.”

Looking For Eric is released on the 12th June