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

In an animated film by Geoff Bailey, an elderly woman’s dog attempts to ward off an unexpected visitor.

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[singsonggirl]

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

[rhondacampbell]

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

[FrogWizard]

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

[markpeterson]

"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

[stanamilanovich]

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

[shamaliwije]

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.

[NathanHarrison]

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

[effhorst]

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

[edmondmoncerf]

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

[angelbeats]

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!

[rezasoekotjo]

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! 😂😂😂

[ChefMimsy]

So heartbreakingly sad.
Extremely well done.

[gretholondeporey]

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.

[QUEENOBSCURE]

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

[lorettavanhaasteren]

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

[patriciacvener]

Poignant and sweet. Beautifully executed.

[weirdanimations]

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

[nefbones]

Beautiful, haunting and heartbreaking. Well done!!!

[DY]

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

[KarenLee-bsms]

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..