Shooting for Socrates

Divided by conflict...united by a dream

Shooting for Socrates — Plot

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.

• Release date
• July 11, 2014
• Runtime
• 92 min
• Genres
• Comedy, Drama
• Director
• James Erskine

Shooting for Socrates — Cast

John Hannah Billy Bingham Conleth Hill Jackie Fullerton Richard Dormer Arthur Art Parkinson Tommy Ciarán McMenamin Sammy McIlroy Nico Mirallegro David Campbell Bronagh Gallagher Irene Paul Kennedy Pat Jennings