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Shooting for Socrates

DIVIDED BY CONFLICT...UNITED BY A DREAM
6.8/10 2014 4K 92 min
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.

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Shooting for Socrates
Top Cast
John Hannah
John Hannah
Billy Bingham
Conleth Hill
Conleth Hill
Jackie Fullerton
Richard Dormer
Richard Dormer
Arthur
Art Parkinson
Art Parkinson
Tommy
Ciarán McMenamin
Ciarán McMenamin
Sammy McIlroy
Nico Mirallegro
Nico Mirallegro
David Campbell
Bronagh Gallagher
Bronagh Gallagher
Irene
Paul Kennedy
Paul Kennedy
Pat Jennings
Chris Newman
Chris Newman
Norman Whiteside
Aaron McCusker
Aaron McCusker
Gerry Armstrong

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