Wojtek: The Bear That Went to War

2011· 59 min★ 7.9· Documentary

This is the story of Wojtek - a magnificent 500lb military bear who fought in World War Two alongside a band of Polish soldiers, shared their beer and cigarettes - and eventually their fate. Through understanding the life and death of this unique creature we discover new meanings to the terms immigrant, patriot, and human being.

Cast: Romi Aboulafia, Brian Blessed

Director: Adam Lavis, Will Hood