Russia, 2024 / 60 min Director: Vladislav Grishin, Irina Shapman 12+ Competition Popular science
We follow the inhabitants of the Ussuri forests in the Russian Far East — Ursus thibetanus — the Asiatic black bear. The Asiatic black bear is one of the largest and, at the same time, one of the most elusive mammals. The bear will guide us through the enchanting world of the ancient forests. The film centers around Sergey, a Russian scientist and eco-activist who has dedicated his life to studying Asiatic black bear and rescuing the cubs left orphaned by poachers and hunters. Sergey's story highlights the dangers faced by the declining bear population and his efforts to single-handedly save them. Our goal is to uncover the hidden mysteries, to trigger the urge of preserving the magic and the life of the ancient forest.