Basic Info
Release: July 11, 2014
Runtime: 92 min
Rating: ⭐ 6.8/10 (7 votes)
Status: Released
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Shooting For Socrates (Trailer) (YouTube)
Shooting for Socrates
2014
92 min
⭐ 6.8/10
7 votes
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.
Genres
Comedy
Drama
Production Countries
- United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
- English en
- Spanish es
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Cast
John Hannah
Billy Bingham
Conleth Hill
Jackie Fullerton
Richard Dormer
Arthur
Art Parkinson
Tommy
Ciarán McMenamin
Sammy McIlroy
Nico Mirallegro
David Campbell
Bronagh Gallagher
Irene
Paul Kennedy
Pat Jennings
Chris Newman
Norman Whiteside
Aaron McCusker
Gerry Armstrong
Mathew McElhinney
Jimmy Nichol
Barry Ward
Jimmy Quinn
Crew
Victoria Gregory
Producer
Marie Jones
Screenplay
James Erskine
Director
James Erskine
Producer
James Erskine
Screenplay
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