Shooting for Socrates

Shooting for Socrates (2014)

6.4 92 min Movie
ComedyDrama

Divided by conflict...united by a dream

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.

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Cast

John Hannah John Hannah Billy Bingham
Conleth Hill Conleth Hill Jackie Fullerton
Richard Dormer Richard Dormer Arthur
Art Parkinson Art Parkinson Tommy
Ciarán McMenamin Ciarán McMenamin Sammy McIlroy
Nico Mirallegro Nico Mirallegro David Campbell
Bronagh Gallagher Bronagh Gallagher Irene
Paul Kennedy Paul Kennedy Pat Jennings
Chris Newman Chris Newman Norman Whiteside
Aaron McCusker Aaron McCusker Gerry Armstrong
Mathew McElhinney Mathew McElhinney Jimmy Nichol
Barry Ward Barry Ward Jimmy Quinn

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