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201913 minPGdoc-short

Medvedek

201913 minPGdoc-short

Two Slovenian bears arrive in the Pyrenees of Navarre, reviving old conflicts in an area where bears have been absent for years.

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Ainhoa Gutiérrez del Pozo

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Two Slovenian bears arrive in the Pyrenees of Navarre, reviving old conflicts in an area where bears have been absent for years.

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Ainhoa Gutiérrez del Pozodirector

Ainhoa Gutiérrez del Pozowriter

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In the Pyrenees of Navarre, two Slovenian bears arrive, marking a significant moment for the region. For a million years, bears thrived in these mountains before their numbers dwindled. Their absence changed the environment and local dynamics. The return of these bears stirs up old tensions among residents and wildlife advocates. The film captures the reactions and challenges faced by the community as they adjust to the presence of these animals once again.

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