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Discover the true story behind author A.A. Milne's beloved children's character in this tale of the remarkable friendship between a Canadian soldier, and the cub that stood as a symbol of friendship a... read more read more...nd hope in a world plagued by war. It was during the early days of World War I that 34th Fort Garry Horse Division veterinarian Lieutenant Harry Colebourn (Michael Fassbinder) purchased a small bear cub and named her Winnie after his hometown of Winnipeg. Though Coleburn's fellow soldiers repeatedly warn the Lieutenant against taking Winnie with him to the gathering point in Valcartier, Quebec where Canadian soldiers are gathering to be shipped overseas, the presence of the young cub among the troops serves as a ray of hope to the soldiers faced with the prospect of war. After traveling with the soldiers to Salisbury Plain in England, Winnie is placed in the care of the London Zoo when Harry's regiment is shipped off to fight in France. As the specter of war looms heavy in the conscience of the citizens and children of London, Winnie becomes the star attraction at the zoo. When a man named A.A. Milne brings his young son to visit the zoo, the story of the bear and her friendship with a far away soldier inspires him to create one of the most beloved characters in the history of children's literature. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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PG, 1 hr. 30 min.

Directed by: John Kent Harrison

Release Date: November 1, 2005

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DVD Release Date: November 15, 2005

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  • vierasesine
    September 29, 2008
    vierasesine
    A bit dull but cute enough.
  • YosemiteSamFan
    October 7, 2007
    YosemiteSamFan
    Dry as a biscuit without honey, a charming film about a Bear Named Winnie; not spoiled by Disney's colorful animation. Very Canadian. Very made-for-TV. Low-key and cute enough.
  • SaveTheEnvironment
    May 5, 2009
    SaveTheEnvironment
    if u like sad movies this is the perfect movie for you no matter how many times i see it i always cry

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