Death and the Lady: When the Grim Reaper Knocks | The New Yorker Screening Room

[@singsonggirl9267]

That is the saddest and sweetest thing I've ever seen. The music was gorgeous, as was the animation.

[@edengully]

Autumn Leaves. The perfect tune for this story.

[@shamaliwije4872]

Ohhh poor granny when she realises she's lost her amazing, super loyal dog. He fought so hard to her safe, even knowing it's inevitable, but gave in when it was his turn, not hers. Glad it showed Death throwing sticks for him afterwards.

[@mithrildragonlh]

That wasn't a stick. It was one of Death's bones.

[@КатяКатерина-м2ш]

There is a superstition that animals can give their lives for the life of their owner

[@judeirwin2222]

Older women are not necessarily grannies. If she has no children or grandchildren, she is not a grandmother. Just an older woman.

[@horsewings3561]

I couldn't see it, youtube had a video suggestion blocking it.

[@ambasimba6801]

@@КатяКатерина-м2ш это правда.

[@Frog0Wizard]

The moment u realize that death isn't there for the lady but the dog... :(

[@KaptainKlown]

I agree. It's kinda sad, so also nice about how caring death is.

[@terryt.1643]

😭

[@killasic]

Better the human huh?

[@jayxes1402]

Learning to never read the comments before finishing the video

[@SayWhatAgainMF]

@@killasic Yes! Dogs are better than humans.

[@NathanHarrison7]

This illustrates very well how it is naturally easier to worry more about others then it is ourselves.

[@charliechurch5004]

That's what I got out of it too ❤

[@marshawargo7238]

I've always been that way. Say or do what you want with me, but you mess with my loved ones and😠

[@markpeterson2776]

"Therefore, send not to know for whom the bell tolls - it tolls for thee". What a wonderful animation. No, they don't live nearly as long as we do, but they pack a lot of life and love into the time they are given Mark

[@peterbiesbroek]

These are wonderful words, full of consolation and wise comfort Mark. "it tolls for thee" lost my beloved pet animal recently and agree, not nearly as long (and often painful) as we, but pack a lot o life & love before moving to that beautiful place where there's no pain, no fear..

[@rhondacampbell2592]

When the dog offers up the cat. 😂 Well done story telling and art. Sad, sweet, and humorous. Lovely 🌹

[@stanamilanovich3956]

I love that the body of the dog was knitting. Such a clever bit.

[@Blue.Willow7]

And here I’m thinking that maybe she can knit a new puppy for herself. I know…I’m bad, I’ll see my way out now.

[@conniehubbell7383]

Me, too

[@Youmanoofficial]

That last howl was heartbreaking

[@angelbeats71]

Absolutely loved the fact that for the majority of the short film we as the audience believe the lady is going to pass and the twist hits when in actuality it is the one who wanted to protect her and could smell it first! The Dog!

[@DilshadMubarak-u9c]

Hi

[@effhorst]

Here's my Toast: to the surprises of Life, the reliability of Death...and the loyalty of pets! Cheers!

[@inahuffman6999]

Cheers mate!

[@lorettavanhaasteren2776]

So beautiful--I put my arms around my dog and tears fell 😢

[@ChefMimsy]

So heartbreakingly sad. Extremely well done.

[@rezasoekotjo5082]

I have seen so many of my furry friends cross rainbow bridge and if Death is as gentle and compassionate as portrayed I will be looking forward to him collecting me and taking me over that bridge to all my babies past and present. I bawled my eyes out! 😂😂😂

[@VC_27]

I'm with you on this.

[@EastTexasRanching]

What you just said made me shed some tears. I have had to bury so many of my buddies since I was a child. I have never gotten used to the pain of the loss. I hope I never do. I have met people that have no care one way or the other, and I do not want to become that.

[@samkangal8428]

This. Is so sad , I really hope we will see them again 😢

[@morganc4598]

What you said resonates so powerfully. Never get used to our pets dying... And when it comes to my turn, I want to go where they went.

[@BlackheartCharlie]

"Heaven is the place where all the dogs you've ever loved run out to greet you." I really want to believe this... 🙂

[@edmondmoncerf5864]

The last time he looks back to glance his house… 😭

[@gretholondeporey8527]

That was one last pee.

[@cebss11]

😓😢😭😭😭😭

[@gretholondeporey8527]

It just goes to show that as scary as death may seem, it's actually quite peaceful in the end. It's actually life that holds all the pain and sorrow. It's life that we should fear.

[@pedrourbano501]

We know what life holds, it holds pain and suffering but it also holds happiness and joy, it's what we experience, it's what we know. What most people fear about death is how unknown it is: "What's next?", "Is there something?", "Is there nothing?" no one really knows the answers to these questions. I'm not criticizing you, I'm just saying that it is more nuanced than just: "people should fear one over the other."

[@hugolopezmontenegro6644]

Life wouldn’t exist without death. That’s what makes it beautiful and priceless.

[@Glathgrundel]

Life is suffering … that’s why babies are born screaming.

[@LordOfLight]

You think death is peaceful because you saw it in an animation. Perhaps a rethink is in order.

[@maidinulster]

My goodness me, very true words ❤

[@QUEENOBSCURE]

" You must be the tallest girl in your troop!" XD LOL

[@michealsullivan4205]

And the thinnest.

[@KarenLee-bs5ms]

Thank you you just made me cry.. This was beautiful I took care of so many animals through my life.. I lost just as many.. I'm hoping when it is my turn.. I will get to see all of the dogs and cats I lost three years..

[@DY2784]

Wow… I’m crying inside… The faithful loving Dog thought it came for its Master, when indeed it had come for Him…😓😓😓

[@nefbones1]

Beautiful, haunting and heartbreaking. Well done!!!

[@celticbird7049]

What a superb little gem this is. The characters, the backgrounds, the glorious music "Autumn Leaves", and the story. Poor pooch, trying so hard to save his mistress, even offering up poor Kitty, the heavy sighs . . . It all touched my heart. Thank you. 💙

[@weirdanimations1684]

Curious what Death was whispering to the dog. That got me.

[@josesampaio2302]

Just Beautiful. I have a 9 Years Bassset Hound. The art and sensibility in this movie is amazing. Thanks.

[@raskol042]

Wow! I hadn't checked this site in quite a while. I'm quite literally crying over all the beautiful comments about other people crying. Thank you everyone for such wonderful comments. I'm so moved that it touched you. -- Geoff Bailey

[@JS-yj7ow]

Having just lost my pup a few months ago, this made me sad.

[@cybercat29]

Please accept my deepest condolences 😢

[@WhiteWolf65]

Hope you see this... search for Rainbow Bridge, about a place where pets go to await their owners' passing.

[@glennso47]

I just lost my pet betta fish not long ago.

[@williamkleckner9844]

I was just getting over the death of my 2 dogs and my wife 3 months later and now this 😢😢😢😢😢 My fragile heart broken 💔 again. Thanks.

[@SandraNelson063]

I loved the cats. In the Discworld series, Death is very fond of cats.

[@zargonfuture4046]

We don't deserve such loyalty and love. ❤️

[@convinceme6676]

I agree, their loyalty isn’t because we feed them, it’s because they have a kinship with us that transcends normal behavior. Famous bunker sticker in the States hit the nail on the head, “the more people I meet, the more I love my dog.

[@zargonfuture4046]

@@convinceme6676 Amen

[@ethribin4188]

Dogs have been with humanity for nearly 40'000 years ago. The next nearest animal that has been with is is the sheep. Its been with us for 10'000 years. Less time then both agriculture and human civiluzation (12'000 years) Aside of ourselves and fire, dogs are what has been with humanity the longest. They have been with us 3-4 times longer then we've built farms, towns or cities. Dogs are humanities longest, closest and best animal companion

[@Archangel-91]

I got to give this dog props he's coming up with all sorts of plans 😂

[@scottrhodes8160]

Such a sweet story told nicely.

[@TheTrwebster]

I don't usually cry after these stories, but who wouldn't? Beautifully told. And heart-rending.

[@pointly]

Death smiles upon us. So when he arrives, smile back.

[@spidey-67]

No one is going to talk about, “here! Take the cat instead!”…?

[@LillikoiSeed]

This was a very lovely short. Sad, but lovely.

[@marvinhall9462]

Such a beautiful creation, very thoughtfully written and executed, I feel every single emotion with the dog

[@MKMKMK1986]

My little doggy Hope to see him again one day. ❤

[@leahfritz5867]

Wow, how beautifully sad. So many emotions came up whilst watching. Well done.

[@elizabethgrimes1225]

I have just lost my dog, this broke my heart again 😢 I can only hope he is this happy wherever he is 😭

[@ulfingvar1]

Count on it 💗

[@roxannamiguel7291]

Oh darn! How sad!!! Did he give his life for her? In that moment when death told the dog something... maybe a deal? "Your life for hers..." And the dog said "yes."

[@bogtrottername7001]

I think so, yes, no doubt about it !

[@MrIslandman59]

Best short film I've seen in years! Bravo!

[@josephinehogg3629]

this was so sweet, I cried. Thank you for posting 💝💔

[@SimoneBelivat]

tellement triste, merci de l’avoir partager bonjour à tous

[@Finding457]

That is a comfort to anyone who has lost a dear pet

[@christine2ehgtinyhouse893]

This made me cry animation was wonderful and the music really added to the ambiance.

[@hughkremer4026]

When you look at all the junk which gets a jillion views and this treasure a fraction, it's as sad as that little basset hound

[@prlaux5348]

OK.....I'm crying like a baby now. I think of the wonderful animal companions that I have been blessed with and then the terrible pain and emptiness when they move on.....Like I said....crying my heart out.

[@carsongrey4248]

Um, this made me cry, when the dog walks out with him and leaves the house for the last time. I don’t know why it needed to hit hard. It was animated.

[@FrekiV]

Ugh! Crying now - one of my biggest fears… they live so little bringing so much happiness 🤍

[@rangerjaxmaxmay7742]

That is so sad I am crying. ..had to send off so many of my faithful 4-legged friends over the years.

[@WhiteWolf65]

Hope you see this... search for Rainbow Bridge, about a place where pets go to await their owners' passing.

[@Greebstreebling]

Brought tears to my eyes....:)

[@Allen-L-Canada]

The ultimate act of love!

[@helinaeliza5712]

Dogs are so adorable

[@evetko]

The type of animation used is truly beautiful. What a beautiful tale. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jonathanj.3695]

If I saw the Grim Reaper at my front door, I would just hug him. The Lord knows that he needs it far more than I would when I do see him.

[@patriciacvener1968]

Poignant and sweet. Beautifully executed.

[@Tamaresque]

Adding "Autumn Leaves" as the music was a masterstroke!

[@lifewithlee6298]

So the dog tried to trade the cat 🐈 😂 but the cat was like nope 👎 so he tried the smaller cat 😅😂

[@tanekarnes5260]

Bittersweet ending. Not always what we expect.

[@Jturner0081]

The dog was knitted. She gave it life and death took it.

[@ptonpc]

Just past the anniversary of one of my pups and having lost the other one this year. This is beautiful but hard to watch.

[@WhiteWolf65]

Hope you see this... search for Rainbow Bridge, about a place where pets go to await their owners' passing.

[@GinaSpangenber]

Heartbreakingly sad. Beautiful animation

[@caravanlifenz]

The dog is a natural negotiator 😂 He tried to exchange the lady's life for the cat's.

[@echao1798]

If one thinks life is unexpected, wait until one meets death.

[@maryearly3259]

AAWWW. Those that made this did a fantastic job.

[@quarteracreadventures855]

I feel bad that the last interaction the lady had with her dog was to scold him for trying to protect her

[@ДмитрийХарченко-ъ4ш]

Слезы на глазах 😢. Когда понимаешь, что близкие уходят.

[@susanphillips944]

Wow!!!! Sad. I love my rescue beagles. Every one that has died is a heartbreaking loss. Still not over it.

[@nakyungkim1085]

주인 대신 따라가는 멍뭉이.. 마지막 인사가 슬퍼요..❤️😭❤️

[@ICR68]

Wow. Geoff Bailey. What can I say? That was incredible on all layers.

[@pathardage1880]

Extremely moving film. Thank you.

[@KimWhitney-d3o]

That was well done, but it broke my heart since I just had to say goodbye to my beloved dog 2 1/2 weeks ago.

[@the_ABM]

I ultimately interpreted it as “death will treat me better than life.”

[@WhiteWolf65]

A rather pessimistic interpretation, but you are entitled to it.

[@andyhoops.6156]

We all get that knock on the door eventually, the secret is to be out when Death calls.

[@hagamapama]

Nah. Secret is to be ready for the call, no loose ends, no unfinished business, and always answer the door promptly. Makes the journey more bearable.

[@catfishcave379]

I do not think we fear death; I think we fear not living.

[@alyzavantassel]

Ugh. Did I need to cry today?

[@leftymadrid]

Deeper than most may think😮! Loved it!!

[@purplebutterfly7257]

Hey no fair putting up this video. You made me cry over my dog who has been gone for six years now. 😭😭😭😭

[@chuckhokanson9260]

I was touched. That does not happen often.

[@stanleysarjali8108]

Beautifully crafted story. Thank you

[@LedOutside]

What a beautiful experience, thank you.

[@lisaschultz519]

This was so wonderful. I had some idea on what it was gonna be about, but I watched it anyway and I’m crying as I type this….. death of any kind saddens me to the core!!!❤😂

[@acanadianwerewolfintoronto4490]

Amazing but shouldn’t have watched this without waterproof mascara!!! A lot of humour too (offering the cats and the pee on the mailbox) ❤❤

[@DoctorRobertNeville]

One day I will get to see my furry children who have crossed beyond the Rainbow Bridge. It will be a joyous day when it happens.

[@trashpanda9380]

I can't even watch the full thing. I'm already crying. 😅

[@bogtrottername7001]

Watch the whole film & read the great comments.

[@FeekyTony]

Sad and beautiful at the same time. If that makes sense. Such a unique take on one of the oldest universal stories we have.

[@baronhelp]

Death is so sad. Soft clouds for the doggie😢

[@GavinHobbs-gx2no]

Beautifully done...

[@timw4383]

I didn't understand the fight with the cat, but this was really nice.

[@PeterLGଈ]

Trying to pffer the big cat, who ... objected 😅. Then he offered the small cat 😢

[@reisswolf5202]

Dieser Film hat mich sehr berührt und traurig gemacht. Ich habe 2 Hunde und es graut mir, wenn dieser Tag kommt.

[@michaelj.beglinjr.2804]

I had not planned on crying tonight, so thanks a lot.

[@nadeeshaniperera-nq5fo]

Heart shocked story.came to tears my eye coz my puppy passed away 3 months ago.still i feel that it's difficult to live without it.

[@davelawrence3410]

How wonderful this is.

[@Fawsiya-m8e]

Death and the dog was very happy that is the saddest and sweetest thing I've ever seen. wow...

[@ocianoflove865]

They say that if a pet died, it took upon itself the death of someone in the household...

[@winifredherman4214]

Autumn Leaves. One of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@lonelyheart2650]

Thank you.

[@BiancaAmanda1]

I cannot stop crying....but dog is happy now

[@The3Storms]

They are the very best of us.

[@RIXRADvidz]

Death stops by to visit me occasionally, we sit and chat over a cup of tea, laughing how close we've been over the years, then he gets a call and has to leave, without me. Perhaps next time he stops by he'll be rushed and have to take me with him so we can sit together again, just like olde times. Stage4PanCan's the ticket ! ready to go.

[@XirRalphReacts]

I am brought to tears

[@NRTSean]

Really moving. Thank you. Very well made...

[@jmw689]

Nothing like a dog's love.