Shooting for Socrates 10 years old

Divided by conflict...united by a dream

Shooting for Socrates

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.

Credits

Shooting for Socrates Cast

Name Character
Conleth Hill He was 49, now 60 years old as Jackie Fullerton
John Hannah He was 52, now 62 years old as Billy Bingham
Allan Gildea as Christopher's Dad
Art Parkinson He was 12, now 23 years old as Tommy
Bronagh Gallagher She was 41, now 52 years old as Irene
Ciarán McMenamin He was 38, now 49 years old as Sammy McIlroy
Richard Dormer He was 44, now 55 years old as Arthur
Nico Mirallegro He was 23, now 33 years old as David Campbell
Stephen Hagan He was 55, now 65 years old as Phil Hughes
Packy Lee as Wigsy
Peter Ballance as Jim Campbell
Gerard Jordan as Albert Kirk
Maggie Cronin as Landlady
John Travers He was 226, 56 years old when he died as Frankie

Shooting for Socrates Crew

Name Department
James Erskine as Director. Directing
James Erskine as Producer. Production
James Erskine as Screenplay. Writing
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Shooting for Socrates (10 years)

Divided by conflict...united by a dream

  • Release day: Friday, July 11, 2014
  • Runtime: 92 minutes