Stressed Eric
Eric Feeble is a middle-class divorced father of two who resides in London, England. An average man, with a less than average life, Eric is endlessly at his wits end -- stressed out with his family, coworkers, and his life in general.
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Plot Summary
The film follows Eric, an ordinary father who finds his already chaotic life turned upside down when he loses his job and discovers his son, Leo, has a drug habit. Desperate to provide for his family and deal with his son's issues, Eric embarks on a series of increasingly absurd and dangerous schemes.
Critical Reception
Stressed Eric was met with mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its dark humor and adult themes, while some praised its animation style and voice acting. Audiences generally found it too bleak and unpleasant for a family film.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique, often surreal animation style.
- Criticized for its relentlessly dark and depressing storyline.
- The humor is often too niche and off-putting for a mainstream audience.
Google audience: Google users were divided, with some appreciating the adult-oriented animation and dark comedy, while many found the plot too stressful and unpleasant, failing to connect with the characters or their struggles.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a television series before being developed into a feature film.
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