
Shooting for Socrates
# Divided by conflict...united by a dream
π 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.
π Languages Available:
English
,
Spanish
π Date Released:
2014-07-11
β Running Time:
92 mins
β Vote Average:
6.8
Beloved Cast

Billy Bingham
John Hannah

Jackie Fullerton
Conleth Hill

Arthur
Richard Dormer

Tommy
Art Parkinson

Sammy McIlroy
CiarΓ‘n McMenamin

David Campbell
Nico Mirallegro

Irene
Bronagh Gallagher

Pat Jennings
Paul Kennedy

Norman Whiteside
Chris Newman

Gerry Armstrong
Aaron McCusker

Jimmy Nichol
Mathew McElhinney

Jimmy Quinn
Barry Ward

Alan McDonald
Patrick Buchanan

Bernard McNally
Declan Rodgers

Phil Hughes
Stephen Hagan

Mal Donaghy
Andy Moore

Rebecca Bingham
Lorraine Sass

Derek the Kit Man
Frankie McCafferty

Albert Kirk
Gerard Jordan

Wigsy
Packy Lee

Spud
Chris Patrick-Simpson

Jim Campbell
Peter Ballance

Barney the Barman
Conan Sweeny

Soldier Smith
Cathan McRoberts

Frankie
John Travers

Landlady
Maggie Cronin

Titch
John Patrick Donaghy

Socrates
Sergio Mur

Mrs. McIlroy
Julia Dearden

Mrs Jones
Katie Tumelty

Christopher's Dad
Allan Gildea

Christopher
Jude Crawford

Simon Jones
William Graham

Football Commentator
Mike Nesbitt