Divided by conflict...united by a dream
Director: James Erskine
Producer: Victoria Gregory, James Erskine
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.
92 min
Rating: 6.8/10
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Top Cast
John Hannah
Billy Bingham
Conleth Hill
Jackie Fullerton
Richard Dormer
Arthur
Art Parkinson
Tommy
Ciarán McMenamin
Sammy McIlroy
Nico Mirallegro
David Campbell
Movie Info
Director: James Erskine
Producer: Victoria Gregory, James Erskine
Production Companies: New Black Films
Countries: United Kingdom
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