This documentary explores the harsh realities behind the bear bile industry, exposing the cruel practices and extensive suffering endured by the bears. The film follows undercover investigators as they document the horrific conditions in bear farms and bile extraction facilities. It features interviews with former workers and activists, as well as heart-wrenching footage of the bears, many of whom have been subjected to painful procedures for years.
Actors:
In this documentary, there are no actors in the traditional sense, but rather real-life participants including bear owners, workers, and activists. Their testimonies provide a raw and powerful insight into the world of bear bile farming.
Story Overview:
The narrative is structured to unfold the story of a bear named Xing Xing, who is captured and brought to a bear farm in China. The documentary reveals the bear's life in captivity, the cruel methods used to extract bile, and the emotional toll on both the bears and the humans involved. It also highlights the efforts of animal welfare organizations to expose and combat this practice.
Plot Description:
The film begins with the capture and transport of Xing Xing to a bear farm. The bear is subjected to inhumane conditions and cruel procedures to extract bile from her gallbladder. Over time, she becomes increasingly sick and weak. The documentary exposes the profits driven by the bear bile industry and the legal and regulatory failures that allow it to continue.
Screenshots:
- A close-up of Xing Xing’s eye, showing the pain and fear in her expression.
- Workers extracting bile from a bear’s gallbladder, illustrating the invasive and cruel process.
- Interviews with former workers and activists, providing detailed accounts of the suffering endured by the bears.
- Heart-wrenching footage of sick and injured bears, showing their deteriorating health due to the practices of the industry.