‘Cantona’ Review: The Hard-Headed French Soccer Legend Takes Nothing Back in a Slick Documentary Portrait
The documentary 'Cantona' offers a compelling portrait of the legendary French soccer player Eric Cantona, showcasing his unique charisma and complex personality. While it may not provide new insights for those familiar with his story, the film effectively captures his duality as both a sage and a provocateur. Featuring interviews with notable figures like David Beckham and Sir Alex Ferguson, it is positioned well for distribution on streaming platforms following its Cannes premiere.
- ▪The film is directed by David Tryhorn and Ben Nicholas.
- ▪It features interviews with Cantona and prominent figures from his career.
- ▪The documentary premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in the Special Screenings section.
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Home Film Reviews May 18, 2026 1:46am PT ‘Cantona’ Review: The Hard-Headed French Soccer Legend Takes Nothing Back in a Slick Documentary Portrait Anyone with a working knowledge of Eric Cantona's '90s celebrity and legacy won't learn much that is new from David Tryhorn and Ben Nicholas' film, but Cantona's own presence and charisma keep it compelling. By Guy Lodge Plus Icon Guy Lodge Film Critic @guylodge Latest ‘Karma’ Review: Marion Cotillard and Denis Ménochet Class Up Guillaume Canet’s Lurid, Overlong Potboiler 8 hours ago Blood, Blasphemy and Boning: Ken Russell’s ‘The Devils’ Turns 55, and It’s Still the Freshest, Wildest Film at Cannes 17 hours ago ‘Club Kid’ Review: Jordan Firstman Cleans Up His Act in a Sweet, Surprisingly Old-Fashioned Heartwarmer 2 days ago See All Courtesy of…
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