Wojtek: The Bear That Went to War (2011)

5.8/10 59 min Documentary

Overview

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

Brian Blessed

Narrator

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