Shooting for Socrates
Divided by conflict...united by a dream
92 mins
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.
Mathew McElhinney
Jimmy Nichol
Declan Rodgers
Bernard McNally
Lorraine Sass
Rebecca Bingham
Peter Ballance
Jim Campbell
Conan Sweeny
Barney the Barman
Cathan McRoberts
Soldier Smith
John Patrick Donaghy
Titch
Katie Tumelty
Mrs Jones
Jude Crawford
Christopher
William Graham
Simon Jones
Mike Nesbitt
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