Home and Away: Hearts Divided
| Company type | Direct-to-video special edition |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television, Entertainment |
| Founded | October 29, 2003 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Products | DVD set including two season sixteen episodes and an exclusive special |
| Website | www |
Home and Away: Hearts Divided is a direct-to-video special edition of the Australian soap opera Home and Away. Released on 29 October 2003, it is presented by cast member Rebecca Cartwright. This DVD set contains two episodes from the show's sixteenth season—"Turn Back the Night" and "Fallout"—alongside an exclusive installment titled Hearts Divided, which was never broadcast on television. Following a format similar to Secrets and the City, this release merges previously aired episodes with a unique special, concentrating on the ongoing struggles faced by the Sutherland family. The storyline highlights Kane Phillips, who committed rape against Dani Sutherland and returns to Summer Bay, sparking conflict between Dani and her sister Kirsty.
Episodes
Included on the DVD are two season sixteen episodes: "Turn Back the Night" and "Fallout".
Principal cast
- Tammin Sursok – Dani Sutherland
- Rebecca Cartwright – Hayley Smith
- Christie Hayes – Kirsty Sutherland
- Kate Garven – Jade Sutherland
- Beau Brady – Noah Lawson
- Kip Gamblin – Scott Hunter
- Michael Beckley – Rhys Sutherland
- Ray Meagher – Alf Stewart
- Kate Ritchie – Sally Fletcher
- Mitch Firth – Seb Miller
- Ben Unwin – Jesse McGregor
- Joel McIlroy – Flynn Saunders
- Danny Raco – Alex Poulos
- Sebastian Elmaloglou – Max Sutherland
Supporting cast
- Paula Forrest – Shelley Sutherland
- Sam Atwell – Kane Phillips
- Sophie Luck – Tamara Simpson
- Hollie Andrew – Mira Sadelic
- Angelo D'Angelo – Ross McLuhan
- Kim Hillas – Betty (bus passenger)
- Alan Dukes – Bill
- Kaja Trøa – Tracey (car passenger) (credited as Kaja Troa)
- Luke Stephens – The Man
- Rodney Power – Dr. Andrews (credited as Rod Power)
- Brigit Wolf – Nurse
- Robert Baxter – Bus Driver (credited as Rob Baxter)
- Scott McLean – Policeman #1
- Scott Parmeter – Policeman #2
DVD
| Home And Away: Hearts Divided | ||||
| Disc Specifications | Bonus Content | |||
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| Region 4 | ||||
| 29 October 2003 | ||||
Reception
Much like its predecessor Secrets and the City, Hearts Divided received criticism from fans due to its inclusion of two episodes that had already been televised, coupled with a special that was only marginally longer than standard episodes. Although the DVD was classified PG—unlike the G rating assigned to its TV broadcasts—the content remained largely aligned with what had been shown on television. Viewers had anticipated a more mature rating, but the PG classification was applied despite an absence of notably adult material. The supplemental features were minimal, consisting mainly of brief behind-the-scenes clips, the recurring segment A Day in the Life of Bec and Beau, and Emmanuel Carella's music video for "Don't Say a Word."
Book
Home and Away: Hearts Divided – The Book Writer: Leon F. Saunders Publisher: Pan Australia Publication Date: 1 November 2003 Length: 180 pages ISBN: 0-330-36461-8
This dramatic novel adapts the Home and Away episode titled "Hearts Divided," delving into the conflicts affecting Rhys Sutherland's family in Summer Bay. The once close-knit sisters, Kirsty and Dani, find their relationship fractured due to Kane Phillips' impact. Dani is accused of an attempt on Kane's life, while Kirsty departs Summer Bay to stand by him, setting out on a dangerous path.