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Shooting for Socrates

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.

2014 |1h 32m |  Comedy, Drama

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Cast

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John Hannah

Billy Bingham

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Conleth Hill

Jackie Fullerton

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Richard Dormer

Arthur

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Art Parkinson

Tommy

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Ciarán McMenamin

Sammy McIlroy

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Nico Mirallegro

David Campbell

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Bronagh Gallagher

Irene

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Paul Kennedy

Pat Jennings

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Chris Newman

Norman Whiteside

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Aaron McCusker

Gerry Armstrong

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Barry Ward

Jimmy Quinn

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Patrick Buchanan

Alan McDonald

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Stephen Hagan

Phil Hughes

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Andy Moore

Mal Donaghy

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Frankie McCafferty

Derek the Kit Man

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Gerard Jordan

Albert Kirk

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Packy Lee

Wigsy

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Chris Patrick-Simpson

Spud

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John Travers

Frankie

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Maggie Cronin

Landlady

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Sergio Mur

Socrates

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Julia Dearden

Mrs. McIlroy

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Allan Gildea

Christopher's Dad

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Status

Released

Language

English, Spanish

Budget

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Revenue

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