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Deep Dive: Head Above Water (2021)

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Head Above Water
In 'Head Above Water', elite Australian swimmers Ian Thorpe AM, Bronte Campbell OAM, and Kyle Chalmers OAM prepare for the 2021 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo. The docuseries presents their rigorous training routines, mental health aspects, and personal sacrifices made in pursuit of Olympic success. The film captures the intensity and dedication required to compete at the highest level in swimming, providing a close look at their lives leading up to the games. Cody Simpson, a former junior swimming champion turned international music artist, is also featured, illustrating the varied paths athletes can take. The series emphasizes the pressure of representing Australia on the world stage, showcasing the excitement and stakes involved in Olympic competition.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Ian Thorpe, a legendary Australian swimmer.
  • •Follow Bronte Campbell's Olympic preparation.
  • •Find out about Cody Simpson's career shift.

Did You Know

•Ian Thorpe is an Australian swimmer with multiple Olympic medals.
•Bronte Campbell is an Olympic swimmer who has won gold medals.
•Kyle Chalmers is also an Olympic swimmer, known for his sprinting speed.

Perfect For

Olympic sports fansSwimming enthusiastsCody Simpson followers