Shooting for Socrates

Synopsis

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.

Main Cast

John Hannah

Billy Bingham

Age : 62 | Popularity : 24%

Conleth Hill

Jackie Fullerton

Age : 59 | Popularity : 27%

Richard Dormer

Arthur

Age : 54 | Popularity : 12%

Art Parkinson

Tommy

Age : 22 | Popularity : 9%

Ciarán McMenamin

Sammy McIlroy

Age : 48 | Popularity : 3%

Nico Mirallegro

David Campbell

Age : 33 | Popularity : 4%

Bronagh Gallagher

Irene

Age : 51 | Popularity : 8%

Paul Kennedy

Pat Jennings

Age : N/A | Popularity : 10%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Writing	Screenplay	Marie Jones James Erskine
Directing	Director	James Erskine
Production	Producer	James Erskine Victoria Gregory
Camera	Director of Photography	Joel Devlin
Editing	Editor	Jason Savage
Department	Role	Name

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