Heart of The Game
“45 Years of Australian Rules Football on Television”
Synopsis
When the last quarter of an Essendon versus Carlton game was broadcast on Easter Sunday in 1957, a new era in television and sport was born. A ride which for 45 years has seen magical moments, controversies, heroes and characters all pass by on our TV screen. Heart of the game is a fun and nostalgic look back at the 45 years of football seen through the camera lens...and from the armchair.
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'Heart of the Game' - 45 years of VFL AFL on Seven - Terrific 2001 documentary
Type: Featurette • Published 2018-09-26
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harold Anderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil Kearney
- Original Title
- Heart of The Game
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Seven Network, Visual Entertainment Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harold Anderson
Neil Kearney
Department Leadership Roster
Neil Kearney
Writer
Harold Anderson
Director
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General — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Heart of The Game about?
When the last quarter of an Essendon versus Carlton game was broadcast on Easter Sunday in 1957, a new era in television and sport was born. A ride which for 45 years has seen magical moments, controversies, heroes and characters all pass by on our TV screen. Heart of the game is a fun and nostalgic look back at the 45 years of football seen through the camera lens...and from the armchair.
Who directed Heart of The Game?
Heart of The Game was directed by Harold Anderson.
Who stars in Heart of The Game?
The principal cast of Heart of The Game includes Ron Barassi, Bruce McAvaney, Lou Richards, Robert DiPierdomenico, Tim Watson.
When was Heart of The Game released and how long is it?
Heart of The Game was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Heart of The Game?
Heart of The Game holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.).