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New film 'The Mosquito Bowl' tells story of WWII football game

Season 2026 Episode 230 | 6m 40s

The themes of service to country and reflection on humanity are at the center of the new film "The Mosquito Bowl." Special correspondent Mike Cerre caught up with some of the forces behind the film and the real historical event. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

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