What's uglier than the Mona Lisa after it's gone through a shredder?

That would be Collingwood's first half against North Melbourne.

But, after a hideous first half, Collingwood clicked into gear.

They started finding the ball.

They started running.

They started moving it quickly.

And, goddamnit, full credit to Collingwood.

They were able to put in a mediocre performance!

Is it a false dawn? (Not like we've had any of those at Collingwood before.)

Is it the hint of something more? (Not like we've hoped for that before.)

Is the premiership ... er, a grand final appearance still a possibility?

Find out ... on The Rant!