Shooting for Socrates
Shooting for Socrates

Shooting for Socrates

6.8

1 hr 32 min

2014-07-11

7

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.

Comedy

Drama

Trailers

Characters

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

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