My title is about the extent of the plot. But it is all of the details that make this one so special. A couple plays scrabble while the wife takes her eyeballs out, shakes them, and puts them back in, repeatedly, annoying the husband. . Only in animation. They take a break from the game and the wife vacuums. The husband watches his guilty favorite of a show - a game show called "Sawing For Teens." Yes with real saws. Both husband and wife manage to miss the TV alert saying that worldwide nuclear war has broken out.
So this is about two people who argue and make up against the background of a sudden end they do not know is coming. Their cat does what you would expect of a cat in that situation - he packs his bags and leaves.
I've always loved this film, it's so touching and sweet, while being surreal and full of strange little details, like the massive tire in one of the rooms - I spot something new every time I watch it. Perfection.
And it turns out that so far mankind has not had to face extinction from global nuclear war. However, this short did predict the trend of stupid reality shows. I'd highly recommend watching it several times.
