Trade Secret (2025)

Plot

Trade Secret tells the story of three unexpected partners who join forces to defend polar bears against international trade. Shot over six years in 13 different countries, the documentary reveals the alarming reality of hundreds of polar bears being sold each year on the global market. As the investigation unfolds, it reveals a troubling reality: those responsible for protecting the bears might actually be complicit in their ongoing commercialization. The film prompts critical discussions about how to safeguard endangered wildlife in a world where the distinction between conservation and exploitation is increasingly hazy.