Movie Description
Shooting for Socrates
(2014)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.
Featured Crew
- Director : James Erskine
- Producer : Victoria Gregory,James Erskine
- Editor : Jason Savage
- Cast : John Hannah,Conleth Hill,Richard Dormer,Art Parkinson,Ciarán McMenamin,Nico Mirallegro,Bronagh Gallagher,Paul Kennedy,Chris Newman,Aaron McCusker,Mathew McElhinney,Barry Ward,Patrick Buchanan,Declan Rodgers,Stephen Hagan,Andy Moore,Lorraine Sass,Frankie McCafferty,Gerard Jordan,Packy Lee,Chris Patrick-Simpson,Peter Ballance,Conan Sweeny,Cathan McRoberts,John Travers,Maggie Cronin,John Patrick Donaghy,Sergio Mur,Julia Dearden,Katie Tumelty,Allan Gildea,Jude Crawford,William Graham,Mike Nesbitt
Cast
Billy Bingham
Jackie Fullerton
Arthur
Tommy
Sammy McIlroy
David Campbell
Irene
Pat Jennings
Norman Whiteside
Gerry Armstrong
Jimmy Nichol
Jimmy Quinn
Alan McDonald
Bernard McNally
Phil Hughes
Mal Donaghy
Rebecca Bingham
Derek the Kit Man
Albert Kirk
Wigsy
Jim Campbell
Barney the Barman
Soldier Smith
Frankie
Landlady
Titch
Socrates
Mrs. McIlroy
Mrs Jones
Christopher's Dad
Christopher
Simon Jones
Football Commentator
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Facts
Original TitleShooting for Socrates
Status Released
Release Information
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2014-07-11
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 32m
Production CompaniesNew Black Films
Genres
- Comedy
- Drama
