The Orphan and the Polar Bear
The Orphan and the Polar Bear

The Orphan and the Polar Bear

January 01, 2013 | 9 min

According to Inuit oral history, long ago animals had the power of speech, could shift their appearances, and could even assume human form. In The Orphan and the Polar Bear, a neglected orphan is adopted by a polar bear elder. Under the bear’s guidance, the little orphan learns the skills he will need to survive and provide for himself.

Genres

Animation

Cast

Naomi Scott

Johnny Issaluk

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