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
