Shooting for Socrates

Jul 11, 2014

1h 32m

★ 6.8

Divided by conflict...united by a dream

Overview

Set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup, Shooting for Socrates tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Ireland's football history through the eyes of players, fans and the media. The film also follows the lives of passionate football supporter Arthur and his son Tommy from East Belfast. The lead up to a momentous day in the life of a young boy (his 10th birthday) mirrors the build up to the big day for the Northern Ireland football team as they play the greatest match of their lives.

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Production Companies

New Black Films

Shooting for Socrates Trailers

Cast

Billy Bingham

John Hannah

Jackie Fullerton

Conleth Hill

Arthur

Richard Dormer

Tommy

Art Parkinson

Sammy McIlroy

Ciarán McMenamin

David Campbell

Nico Mirallegro

Irene

Bronagh Gallagher

Pat Jennings

Paul Kennedy

Norman Whiteside

Chris Newman

Gerry Armstrong

Aaron McCusker

Jimmy Nichol

Mathew McElhinney

Jimmy Quinn

Barry Ward

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