Shooting for Socrates
2014
Divided by conflict...united by a dream
- James Erskine
- 1h 32m
- July 11, 2014 · United Kingdom
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.
Details
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- July 11, 2014
- Original language
- English
- Spoken languages
- English, Spanish
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Production
- New Black Films
- Cast
- Andy Moore,Mike Nesbitt,Barry Ward,Ciarán McMenamin,Conan Sweeny,Cathan McRoberts,Sergio Mur,Katie Tumelty,Paul Kennedy,Bronagh Gallagherand 24 more
- Director
- James Erskine
- Writer
- Marie Jones,James Erskine
- Producer
- Victoria Gregory,James Erskine
- Cinematography
- Joel Devlin
- Budget
- Not recorded
- Revenue
- Not recorded
- IMDb
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