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

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  • @singsonggirl9267
    @singsonggirl9267 11 місяців тому +589

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

    • @edengully
      @edengully 11 місяців тому +15

      Autumn Leaves. The perfect tune for this story.

  • @rhondacampbell2592
    @rhondacampbell2592 10 місяців тому +244

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

  • @markpeterson2776
    @markpeterson2776 Рік тому +359

    "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
      @peterbiesbroek 11 місяців тому +18

      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..

  • @shamaliwije4872
    @shamaliwije4872 2 роки тому +971

    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
      @mithrildragonlh Рік тому +102

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

    • @КатяКатерина-м2ш
      @КатяКатерина-м2ш Рік тому +40

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

    • @judeirwin2222
      @judeirwin2222 Рік тому +30

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

    • @horsewings3561
      @horsewings3561 Рік тому +6

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

    • @ambasimba6801
      @ambasimba6801 Рік тому +4

      @@КатяКатерина-м2ш это правда.

  • @NathanHarrison7
    @NathanHarrison7 11 місяців тому +250

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

    • @charliechurch5004
      @charliechurch5004 11 місяців тому +13

      That's what I got out of it too ❤

    • @marshawargo7238
      @marshawargo7238 9 днів тому

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

  • @stanamilanovich3956
    @stanamilanovich3956 2 роки тому +265

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

    • @Blue.Willow7
      @Blue.Willow7 25 днів тому +3

      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.

  • @Youmanoofficial
    @Youmanoofficial 2 роки тому +348

    That last howl was heartbreaking

  • @angelbeats71
    @angelbeats71 11 місяців тому +153

    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!

  • @Frog0Wizard
    @Frog0Wizard 11 місяців тому +479

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

    • @KaptainKlown
      @KaptainKlown 9 місяців тому +26

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

    • @terryt.1643
      @terryt.1643 9 місяців тому +4

      😭

    • @killasic
      @killasic Місяць тому +1

      Better the human huh?

    • @jayxes1402
      @jayxes1402 18 днів тому +1

      Learning to never read the comments before finishing the video

    • @SayWhatAgainMF
      @SayWhatAgainMF 4 дні тому

      @@killasic Yes! Dogs are better than humans.

  • @lorettavanhaasteren2776
    @lorettavanhaasteren2776 10 місяців тому +47

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

  • @ChefMimsy
    @ChefMimsy 2 роки тому +271

    So heartbreakingly sad.
    Extremely well done.

  • @effhorst
    @effhorst Рік тому +158

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

  • @gretholondeporey8527
    @gretholondeporey8527 Рік тому +790

    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
      @pedrourbano501 Рік тому +53

      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
      @hugolopezmontenegro6644 Рік тому +17

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

    • @Glathgrundel
      @Glathgrundel Рік тому +15

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

    • @LordOfLight
      @LordOfLight Рік тому +19

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

    • @maidinulster
      @maidinulster Рік тому +5

      My goodness me, very true words ❤

  • @KarenLee-bs5ms
    @KarenLee-bs5ms 10 місяців тому +22

    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
    @DY2784 11 місяців тому +24

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

  • @nefbones1
    @nefbones1 2 роки тому +91

    Beautiful, haunting and heartbreaking. Well done!!!

  • @josesampaio2302
    @josesampaio2302 Рік тому +21

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

  • @edmondmoncerf5864
    @edmondmoncerf5864 2 роки тому +167

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

  • @rezasoekotjo5082
    @rezasoekotjo5082 11 місяців тому +169

    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
      @VC_27 11 місяців тому +10

      I'm with you on this.

    • @EastTexasRanching
      @EastTexasRanching 9 місяців тому +7

      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
      @samkangal8428 7 місяців тому +3

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

    • @morganc4598
      @morganc4598 7 місяців тому +5

      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
      @BlackheartCharlie 6 місяців тому +5

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

  • @williamkleckner9844
    @williamkleckner9844 10 днів тому +2

    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.

  • @celticbird7049
    @celticbird7049 6 місяців тому +8

    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. 💙

  • @QUEENOBSCURE
    @QUEENOBSCURE 11 місяців тому +42

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

  • @JS-yj7ow
    @JS-yj7ow 2 роки тому +84

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

    • @cybercat29
      @cybercat29 11 місяців тому +7

      Please accept my deepest condolences 😢

    • @WhiteWolf65
      @WhiteWolf65 11 місяців тому +1

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

    • @glennso47
      @glennso47 11 місяців тому +4

      I just lost my pet betta fish not long ago.

  • @weirdanimations1684
    @weirdanimations1684 2 роки тому +47

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

  • @SandraNelson063
    @SandraNelson063 Рік тому +25

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

  • @scottrhodes8160
    @scottrhodes8160 Рік тому +37

    Such a sweet story told nicely.

  • @MKMKMK1986
    @MKMKMK1986 10 місяців тому +10

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

  • @leahfritz5867
    @leahfritz5867 11 місяців тому +12

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

  • @FrekiV
    @FrekiV 2 роки тому +39

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

  • @TheTrwebster
    @TheTrwebster Місяць тому +1

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

  • @Archangel-91
    @Archangel-91 13 днів тому +1

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

  • @christine2ehgtinyhouse893
    @christine2ehgtinyhouse893 10 місяців тому +3

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

  • @LillikoiSeed
    @LillikoiSeed 15 днів тому +1

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

  • @zargonfuture4046
    @zargonfuture4046 Рік тому +40

    We don't deserve such loyalty and love. ❤️

    • @convinceme6676
      @convinceme6676 Рік тому +5

      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
      @zargonfuture4046 Рік тому +2

      @@convinceme6676 Amen

    • @ethribin4188
      @ethribin4188 11 місяців тому +3

      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

  • @raskol042
    @raskol042 4 місяці тому +4

    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

  • @hughkremer4026
    @hughkremer4026 Рік тому +26

    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
    @prlaux5348 10 місяців тому +4

    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.

  • @MrIslandman59
    @MrIslandman59 9 місяців тому +5

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

  • @josephinehogg3629
    @josephinehogg3629 Рік тому +34

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

    • @SimoneBelivat
      @SimoneBelivat 11 місяців тому +2

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

  • @roxannamiguel7291
    @roxannamiguel7291 9 місяців тому +9

    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."

  • @marvinhall9462
    @marvinhall9462 28 днів тому +1

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

  • @Tamaresque
    @Tamaresque 10 місяців тому +5

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

  • @rangerjaxmaxmay7742
    @rangerjaxmaxmay7742 Рік тому +9

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

    • @WhiteWolf65
      @WhiteWolf65 11 місяців тому +1

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

  • @pointly
    @pointly 8 місяців тому +8

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

  • @ptonpc
    @ptonpc Рік тому +19

    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
      @WhiteWolf65 11 місяців тому +1

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

  • @spidey-67
    @spidey-67 11 місяців тому +10

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

  • @helinaeliza5712
    @helinaeliza5712 11 днів тому +1

    Dogs are so adorable

  • @lonelyheart2650
    @lonelyheart2650 18 днів тому +1

    Thank you.

  • @chuckhokanson9260
    @chuckhokanson9260 18 днів тому +2

    I was touched. That does not happen often.

  • @Finding457
    @Finding457 2 місяці тому +4

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

  • @patriciacvener1968
    @patriciacvener1968 5 місяців тому +4

    Poignant and sweet. Beautifully executed.

  • @susanphillips944
    @susanphillips944 2 місяці тому +2

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

  • @Allen-L-Canada
    @Allen-L-Canada 2 роки тому +15

    The ultimate act of love!

  • @elizabethgrimes1225
    @elizabethgrimes1225 9 днів тому

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

  • @yarro1965
    @yarro1965 25 днів тому +2

    I didnt come here to cry!

  • @trashpanda9380
    @trashpanda9380 9 місяців тому +4

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

  • @nadeeshaniperera-nq5fo
    @nadeeshaniperera-nq5fo Місяць тому +2

    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.

  • @purplebutterfly7257
    @purplebutterfly7257 9 місяців тому +5

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

  • @GinaSpangenber
    @GinaSpangenber Рік тому +11

    Heartbreakingly sad. Beautiful animation

  • @carsongrey4248
    @carsongrey4248 Місяць тому +2

    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.

  • @tanekarnes5260
    @tanekarnes5260 Рік тому +26

    Bittersweet ending. Not always what we expect.

  • @ICR68
    @ICR68 11 місяців тому +1

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

  • @quarteracreadventures855
    @quarteracreadventures855 10 місяців тому +9

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

  • @nakyungkim1085
    @nakyungkim1085 29 днів тому +2

    주인 대신 따라가는 멍뭉이.. 마지막 인사가 슬퍼요..❤️😭❤️

  • @pathardage1880
    @pathardage1880 11 місяців тому +3

    Extremely moving film. Thank you.

  • @maryearly3259
    @maryearly3259 Рік тому +11

    AAWWW. Those that made this did a fantastic job.

  • @acanadianwerewolfintoronto4490
    @acanadianwerewolfintoronto4490 Рік тому +23

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

  • @ДмитрийХарченко-ъ4ш
    @ДмитрийХарченко-ъ4ш 11 місяців тому +8

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

  • @alyzavantassel
    @alyzavantassel 2 роки тому +23

    Ugh. Did I need to cry today?

  • @stanleysarjali8108
    @stanleysarjali8108 Місяць тому +1

    Beautifully crafted story. Thank you

  • @the_ABM
    @the_ABM Рік тому +21

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

    • @WhiteWolf65
      @WhiteWolf65 11 місяців тому +2

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

  • @echao1798
    @echao1798 22 дні тому +2

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

  • @reisswolf5202
    @reisswolf5202 10 місяців тому +5

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

  • @winifredherman4214
    @winifredherman4214 Місяць тому

    Autumn Leaves. One of the most beautiful songs ever.

  • @FeekyTony
    @FeekyTony 6 місяців тому +2

    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
    @baronhelp 2 роки тому +15

    Death is so sad. Soft clouds for the doggie😢

  • @leftymadrid
    @leftymadrid Місяць тому +1

    Deeper than most may think😮! Loved it!!

  • @LedOutside
    @LedOutside Місяць тому +1

    What a beautiful experience, thank you.

  • @GavinHobbs-gx2no
    @GavinHobbs-gx2no 4 місяці тому +2

    Beautifully done...

  • @catfishcave379
    @catfishcave379 Рік тому +16

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

  • @andyhoops.6156
    @andyhoops.6156 11 місяців тому +8

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

    • @hagamapama
      @hagamapama Місяць тому +1

      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.

  • @bogtrottername7001
    @bogtrottername7001 5 місяців тому +3

    @ 6:10 death may be whispering to the dog ( Will you come with me instead ? )

  • @eriwilliams4691
    @eriwilliams4691 24 дні тому

    I'm not crying... I'm just sweating profusely out of my eyeballs.

  • @Jturner0081
    @Jturner0081 11 місяців тому +6

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

  • @jannetteberends8730
    @jannetteberends8730 10 днів тому +1

    Now I’m crying

  • @DoctorRobertNeville
    @DoctorRobertNeville 11 місяців тому +5

    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.

  • @heidi1111
    @heidi1111 6 місяців тому +1

    I am crying now, this hit hard for me. 😭 Just lost my dog few months ago. ❤️😭

    • @bogtrottername7001
      @bogtrottername7001 5 місяців тому

      I hope that when you are ready you will adopt instead of buying.

  • @neverthesame7887
    @neverthesame7887 10 місяців тому +1

    No, no, and no. I'm crying even though i understand. "Life is full of grief, to exactly the degree we allow ourselves to love other people." -- Orson Scott Card (and pets)

  • @johnlowrie1041
    @johnlowrie1041 8 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful and sad ❤️🌹

  • @XirRalphReacts
    @XirRalphReacts 6 місяців тому +2

    I am brought to tears

  • @littlewarrior62
    @littlewarrior62 14 днів тому +1

    That was an unexpected twist

  • @Lord.two.a.penny.
    @Lord.two.a.penny. 10 місяців тому +1

    This thoughtful animation, it seems to me, to be about the beauty that life contains.

  • @lifewithlee6298
    @lifewithlee6298 11 днів тому +1

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

  • @endriqenanajartpage
    @endriqenanajartpage 3 місяці тому

    If you want to make somebody cry, just send them this masterpiece. 💔

  • @ОксанаАлашеева
    @ОксанаАлашеева 25 днів тому +1

    Вот на что способны наши братья меньшие! Респект за фильм😢😢❤❤Не ценим наших питомцев при жизни, а они уходят, спасая нас❤❤❤

  • @davelawrence3410
    @davelawrence3410 Рік тому +3

    How wonderful this is.

  • @ocianoflove865
    @ocianoflove865 9 місяців тому +2

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

  • @BiancaAmanda1
    @BiancaAmanda1 11 місяців тому +1

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

  • @michaelj.beglinjr.2804
    @michaelj.beglinjr.2804 7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @NRTSean
    @NRTSean Рік тому +3

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