The Children and the Bear (1959)

Synopsis

This animated film is an anti-Communist allegory that tells the story of a dangerous bear — meant to represent Russia — that escapes from his keeper and encounters a group of children, several of whom he eventually eats. The remaining children (i.e., Southeast Asian countries) are able to join together and turn the bear away.

Release Date: 1959-01-01

Runtime: 14 minutes

Director: Payut Ngaokrachang