Shooting for Socrates
“Divided by conflict...united by a dream”
2014•PG•1h 32m•6.8•Released
ComedyDrama
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.
Director
James Erskine
Writer
Marie Jones, James Erskine
Languages
English, Spanish
Studio
New Black Films
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
Patrick Buchanan
Alan McDonald
Declan Rodgers
Bernard McNally
Stephen Hagan
Phil Hughes
Production
Company
New Black Films
Producer
Victoria Gregory
Producer
James Erskine
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