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Shooting for Socrates poster cover

Shooting for Socrates(2014)

PG07/11/2014 (GB)ComedyDrama1h 32m
62%

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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.

Movie Cast

John Hannah photo

John Hannah

Billy Bingham

Conleth Hill photo

Conleth Hill

Jackie Fullerton

Ciarán McMenamin photo

Ciarán McMenamin

Sammy McIlroy

Nico Mirallegro photo

Nico Mirallegro

David Campbell

Paul Kennedy photo

Paul Kennedy

Pat Jennings

Chris Newman photo

Chris Newman

Norman Whiteside

Aaron McCusker photo

Aaron McCusker

Gerry Armstrong

Mathew McElhinney photo

Mathew McElhinney

Jimmy Nichol

Movie Stats

StatusReleased

BudgetNot Given

RevenueNot Given

Production CompanyNew Black Films

Original LanguageEnglish

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