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Shooting for Socrates (2014)

2014-07-11 · 1h 32m · EN
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Divided by conflict...united by a dream

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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James ErskineDirector

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John HannahJohn HannahBilly BinghamConleth HillConleth HillJackie FullertonRichard DormerRichard DormerArthurArt ParkinsonArt ParkinsonTommyCiarán McMenaminCiarán McMenaminSammy McIlroyNico MirallegroNico MirallegroDavid CampbellBronagh GallagherBronagh GallagherIrenePaul KennedyPaul KennedyPat JenningsChris NewmanChris NewmanNorman WhitesideAaron McCuskerAaron McCuskerGerry ArmstrongMathew McElhinneyMathew McElhinneyJimmy NicholBarry WardBarry WardJimmy Quinn

Keywords

1980sSportsFootball (soccer)Belfast, north irelandWorld cup

Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedy · DramaTheme affinity1980s · Sports · Football SoccerDialogue densityComedy · DramaDirector preference292064Actor preference132451 · 20370 · 303556Country preferenceGb

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What is Shooting for Socrates about?

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.

How long is Shooting for Socrates?

Shooting for Socrates has a runtime of 92 minutes.

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