"Benedict Cumberbatch Shines in Ambitious Puppet Drama 'Eric'"
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"Eric," starring Benedict Cumberbatch, struggles to balance its dual narratives of a father's fantastical search for his missing son and a detective's grim investigation. The series fails to provide depth to its characters, resulting in a disjointed and unengaging story. Despite a gritty 1980s Manhattan setting and some compelling performances, "Eric" ultimately falls flat, earning a grade of C-.
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