I saw an animated full length movie in about 1962. It seemed to have an Asian, possibly Japanese look to it with what (I think) was a bear named Ali. Not a comedy, more of a lesson based theme. The bear needed to learn humility and love for others over self and is put in prison until he learns this. There was also a female bear love interest. Had a cute song I can still remember with the refrain "Ali the Great" several times. Does anyone know this movie and where it can be found?

Just a guess here but
Do you think they could've been monkeys?

Maybe

Alakazam the Great

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Inspired by the Monkey King legend
Journey to the West

The story and symbolism of the arrogant little monkey
Appears again and again in many anime