Release Date

11 Jul, 2014

Runtime

01:32: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

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.

Original Title

Shooting for Socrates

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Actors

John Hannah

Conleth Hill

Richard Dormer

Art Parkinson

Ciarán McMenamin

Nico Mirallegro

Bronagh Gallagher

Paul Kennedy

Chris Newman

Aaron McCusker

Mathew McElhinney

Barry Ward

Patrick Buchanan

Declan Rodgers

Stephen Hagan

Andy Moore

Lorraine Sass

Frankie McCafferty

Gerard Jordan

Packy Lee

Chris Patrick-Simpson

Crew

Victoria Gregory

Marie Jones

Jason Savage

Joel Devlin

James Erskine

James Erskine

James Erskine