Good , But It Is Overrated By Some

Don't listen to the negative reviews

Best movie ever!

It's funny, it's tense, it features two great performances from two actors and the director expertly creates a web of odd tension where you actually don't know what is happening for the majority of the run time.

Mr. Johnson is a tuba playing old man who adores his dead mother and lives alone in a house on a hill. He is overjoyed when somebody leaves a cat on his doorstep. It doesn't work out as the cat causes a multitude of problems. No matter how hard he tries to get rid of the cat, the cat always comes back.This animated short is helped by the fun song which degenerates along with Mr. Johnson's frantic attempts. It's simple fun. There is a joy about this that is beyond the comedy. It always leaves a smile on my face.

Mr Johnson lives alone with only his tuba giving him happiness. So when a small cat is dropped on his doorstep he reacts with happiness. This is short lived as the cat breaks a rattle he had had since being a baby. He decides to get rid of the cat straight away – I mean, how hard can it be? Well, thing is about that, the cat came back the very next day and no matter what Johnson tries to do it continues to do so.I haven't seen this film for years and indeed cannot even remember where it was that I originally saw it. So watching it again recently was quite enjoyable as I got a rush of memory lane. The idea is simple but produces a handful of nice scenarios where the man is trying to get rid of the cat. These are funny but it is the overall delivery of the film that makes it as amusing and enjoyable as it is. The animation is bright and colourful and the portrayal of the cute, harmless little yellow cat contrasts well with what is happening as a result of it being around. The catchy and simple song played over the top is also cheerful and amusing.Inventive but yet simple, this cartoon has a slightly cruel sense of humour but yet delivers it in a cheerful and colourful manner that contrasts well and creates an entertaining air of comedy. Short and entertaining short film that kids of all ages will be amused by.

Excellent short animated film about a pesky cat that won't go away! One day, someone knocks at the door, and leaves a cat. But Mr. Johnson's happiness rapidly turns into a nightmare. He can't get rid of the unwanted cat. Hilarious! I was almost rolling on the floor laughing when he's stuck in the cave with the rats! And don't forget, a cat has nine lives! I would have to agree that this is one of the funniest animated film around. Great product again from the National Film Board of Canada. And the music is adding to the fun.Seen twice at home, in Toronto, on December 31st, 2004.88/100 (***½)

That phrase defines this darkly comic classic animated short. The drawing makes you feel like you are on some whacked acid trip. It is beyond stunning in my mind. I love the ways that Mr. Johnson will try to get rid of that sadistic yellow feline. Somehow, the cat keeps coming back and that song keeps playing when the cat comes back. This is a nightmare within a nightmare. I am sure someone out there owns a cat that they don't want around anymore but it keeps coming back for more and it refuses to back down. Funny, dark, warped, and awesome are the four words that sum up this quality piece of animation. I give it 10 out of 10!Here ends my rant!