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Deep Dive: Heaven & Hell (2003)

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Heaven & Hell
Heaven & Hell chronicles the history of the St Kilda Football Club from 1897 to 2003, detailing its triumphs and struggles in the Australian Football League. The film covers the club's only premiership in 1966 and the subsequent years filled with turmoil, showcasing the impact of both on-field heroes and off-field battles. Key players such as Baldock, Stewart, Ditterich, Smith, Barker, Lockett, and Harvey are featured against a backdrop of political tension within the club. This updated version, originally released in 1997, includes significant moments like Harvey's Brownlow medals, the 1997 finals campaign, and the coaching crisis that led to the departures of Stan Alves, Tim Watson, and Malcolm Blight. The documentary provides a comprehensive look at the highs and lows of one of the AFL's storied clubs, making it a significant piece for fans and historians alike.

Why Watch

  • •See St Kilda's only premiership in 1966.
  • •Meet legendary players like Lockett and Harvey.
  • •Follow the club's tumultuous coaching changes.

Did You Know

•St Kilda won its only premiership in 1966.
•The documentary was originally released in 1997.
•The updated version includes Harvey's Brownlow medals.
•Stan Alves, Tim Watson, and Malcolm Blight all left the club during a coaching crisis.

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AFL history fansSt Kilda supportersAustralian sports documentaries