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Shooting for Socrates

📅 2014🌐 ENMovie

Genres

ComedyDrama

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.

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🎬 Type: Movie

📅 Year: 2014

Rating: 6.8/10

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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