Film·2014·PG·1h 32m

Shooting for Socrates

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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.

Directed by James Erskine

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Cast

12 credited

John Hannah
John HannahBilly Bingham
Conleth Hill
Conleth HillJackie Fullerton
Richard Dormer
Richard DormerArthur
Art Parkinson
Art ParkinsonTommy
Ciarán McMenamin
Ciarán McMenaminSammy McIlroy
Nico Mirallegro
Nico MirallegroDavid Campbell
Bronagh Gallagher
Bronagh GallagherIrene
Paul Kennedy
Paul KennedyPat Jennings
Chris Newman
Chris NewmanNorman Whiteside
Aaron McCusker
Aaron McCuskerGerry Armstrong
Mathew McElhinney
Mathew McElhinneyJimmy Nichol
Barry Ward
Barry WardJimmy Quinn

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