Movie
Shooting for Socrates
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.
Movie Stats
+5%
1h 32m
Runtime duration
Language
EN
Year
2014
Rating
6.8/10
7 votes • HD
People
Cast & Crew
Directors:
James Erskine
1.9
John Hannah
Billy Bingham
1.3
Conleth Hill
Jackie Fullerton
1.1
Richard Dormer
Arthur
0.8
Art Parkinson
Tommy
0.8
Ciarán McMenamin
Sammy McIlroy
0.3
Nico Mirallegro
David Campbell
0.9
Bronagh Gallagher
Irene
0.9
Paul Kennedy
Pat Jennings
0.3
Chris Newman
Norman Whiteside
0.7
Aaron McCusker
Gerry Armstrong
Mathew McElhinney
Jimmy Nichol
1.3
Barry Ward
Jimmy Quinn
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