Shooting for Socrates (2014)
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.
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
Chris Newman
Norman Whiteside
Aaron McCusker
Gerry Armstrong
Barry Ward
Jimmy Quinn
Patrick Buchanan
Alan McDonald
Stephen Hagan
Phil Hughes
Frankie McCafferty
Derek the Kit Man
Gerard Jordan
Albert Kirk
Packy Lee
WigsyRecommendations
Odd Man Out
Hostile Takeover
The Racer
Kid Galahad
Framed
The Trip to Italy
Buffaloed
The Good Half
Beau Hunks
Jimmy's Hall
Chloe and Theo
While the City Sleeps
Roll Bounce
Little Sister
Best Man Down
Madea Goes to Jail - The Play
Eleanor the Great
Recess: All Growed Down
Don't Think Twice
Escape to Victory