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Shooting for Socrates (2014)

Comedy Drama

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.

Updated May 31 2020

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Runtime: 92 mins Rating: 6.4 Tag Line: Divided by conflict...united by a dream

Cast

John Hannah

Billy Bingham

Ciarán McMenamin

Sammy McIlroy

Bronagh Gallagher

Irene

Allan Gildea

Christopher's Dad

Peter Ballance

Jim Campbell

John Travers

Frankie

Stephen Hagan

Phil Hughes

Conleth Hill

Jackie Fullerton