Wojtek: The Bear That Went to War

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.

Release Date: October 22, 2011

Status: Released

Genres:

Documentary

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Cast

Romi Aboulafia

Irena

Brian Blessed

Brian Blessed

Narrator