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.
Cast
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John Hannah
Played Billy Bingham
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Conleth Hill
Played Jackie Fullerton
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Richard Dormer
Played Arthur
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Art Parkinson
Played Tommy
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Ciarán McMenamin
Played Sammy McIlroy
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Nico Mirallegro
Played David Campbell
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Bronagh Gallagher
Played Irene
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Paul Kennedy
Played Pat Jennings
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Chris Newman
Played Norman Whiteside
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Aaron McCusker
Played Gerry Armstrong
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Mathew McElhinney
Played Jimmy Nichol
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Barry Ward
Played Jimmy Quinn
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Patrick Buchanan
Played Alan McDonald
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Declan Rodgers
Played Bernard McNally
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Stephen Hagan
Played Phil Hughes
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Andy Moore
Played Mal Donaghy
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Lorraine Sass
Played Rebecca Bingham
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Frankie McCafferty
Played Derek the Kit Man
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Gerard Jordan
Played Albert Kirk
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Packy Lee
Played Wigsy
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Chris Patrick-Simpso…
Played Spud
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Peter Ballance
Played Jim Campbell
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Conan Sweeny
Played Barney the Barman
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Cathan McRoberts
Played Soldier Smith
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John Travers
Played Frankie
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Maggie Cronin
Played Landlady
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John Patrick Donaghy
Played Titch
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Sergio Mur
Played Socrates
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Julia Dearden
Played Mrs. McIlroy
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Katie Tumelty
Played Mrs Jones
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Allan Gildea
Played Christopher's Dad
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Jude Crawford
Played Christopher
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William Graham
Played Simon Jones
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Mike Nesbitt
Played Football Commentator
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