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Run Time: 1h 31m.

IMDb: 5.9 / 10.

Genre: sport movies | drama movies | comedy movies

Release year: 2014.

Story: In November 1985, the troubled streets of Belfast are torn up by rioting yet again. In amongst the angry mob, we find nine year old Tommy, nonchalantly dribbling a ball through the insanity. Whilst politicians argue over the peace process, theres only one thing on young Tommys football-mad mind - the forthcoming World Cup, where Northern Ireland will take on Brazil. For the South American giants its just another step on the path to inevitable global domination, yet for Northern Ireland, and young Tommy, its the biggest game of their lives. They are two countries that couldnt seem further apart: Northern Ireland, with its Orange men and Republican curbstones, the Revd Ian Paisley and Fergal Sharkey; and Brazil with its carnival, its Samba, with Pelé and the beautiful game. On the football field, eccentric Northern Ireland coach Billy Bingham (they call him Mr FIFA - "a fee for this and a fee for that") must plug together a bunch of misfits and third divisioners. Brazil are led by none other than the philosopher-captain (Dr.) Sócrates, who has, in part, inspired the collapse of his countrys ruthless military junta, and they are the hot favourites to scoop up footballs ultimate prize. As bunting replaces bombs on the streets of Belfast, and Catholic and Protestants alike turn their attention to the big match, Tommys dockworker turned philosopher father Arthur uses his sons passion for football to enlighten him on the events that make up his chaotic world. The story interweaves young Tommys coming of age tale with the trials and travails of the hapless Northern Irish team over the nine months leading up to their ultimate game, in the stifling heat of Mexico at the worlds greatest festival of football. As the hours tick down to the ultimate battle, with his lead striker crocked, Bingham is forced to place his faith in young rookie, Davey Campbell - "the next George Best". Back home, Tommy waits anxiously for the biggest day of his life - because the day of the match is also his tenth birthday - and his father has promised to take him to the "top of the World" - the massive crane at Belfast Docks where Arthur works. From here he can see the whole of his world, but can he understand the lessons his father, inspired by the Greek philosopher Socrates, is trying to teach him? This is a story of two nations, two teams, and a father and a son, the things that divide them and the things that unite us all. Set against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup and the sociopolitical backgrounds of both nations - this is the story of the worlds smallest footballing nation, taking on its best. With laughter and passion, this is the ultimate story of the beautiful game and what it means. —Anonymous

SHOOTING FOR SOCRATES is a David Vs. Goliath set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup. Starring John Hannah (Four Weddings and a Funeral) as Billy Bingham, Conleith Hill (Whatever Works) as Jackie Fullerton and Bronagh Gallagher (The Commitments), it tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Irelands 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 against Brazil.

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John Hannah
Billy Bingham

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