Shooting for Socrates
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.
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.
Genre: Action, Drama, Sport, Comedy
Actor: John Hannah, Conleth Hill, Richard Dormer, Art Parkinson, Ciarán McMenamin, Nico Mirallegro, Bronagh Gallagher, Paul Kennedy, Chris Newman, Aaron McCusker
Director: James Erskine
Country: United Kingdom, Ireland
Produced By: New Black Films
Runtime: 92
Release: 2014
Rating: 6.2 out of 10
Language: English, Español, en,
Views: 285
Content Rating:1h 31min
Quality: DVD
