Year of the Dogs

The 1997 documentary film "Year of the Dogs" chronicles the tumultuous season of the Footscray Football Club, struggling to survive in the Australian Football League amidst financial difficulties and coaching turmoil. As the club navigates a horror run of losses, including senior coach Alan Joyce's ouster and Terry Wallace's infamous post-match outburst, the film shines a light on the Bulldogs' battling spirit and dedication from fans Pat and Jenny Hogson. The team's fortunes are marked by a narrow loss to Essendon in their final game, but ultimately finds solace in their eventual rebranding as the Western Bulldogs in an effort to attract new members.