The funeral of Betty, a beloved community member, occurs under a gray and green sky. During the lowering of the coffin into the ground, it begins to shake, causing panic among the mourners. The priest opens the coffin to investigate and makes a startling discovery.
Betty’s husband, Sebastian, is driven by love and duty to confront the unknown and finds an unexpected sight – Betty appears peaceful, and a squirrel emerges from the coffin’s lining, explaining the cause of the shaking. The discovery brings relief and triggers fond memories of Betty’s kindness and compassion, bridging the gap between the past and the present and beginning the process of healing for Sebastian.
we are instead taken on a heartwarming journey of healing and companionship between a man named Sebastian and a squirrel. Sebastian forms a bond with the squirrel, finding comfort and solace in its trust and company as he tends to it, preparing food, ensuring its safety, and watching it play. These cherished memories filled with laughter and love serve as a gentle reminder of the beautiful journey they had shared, helping Sebastian process his loss and gradually come to terms with the absence of his loved one, Betty.
The routine of caring for the squirrel provides a structure to his day and a purposeful activity that eases the weight of his grief, allowing him to recover pieces of himself that he thought were lost. This ongoing tribute to Betty’s life through the care of the squirrel becomes a therapeutic process for Sebastian, helping him find a path toward healing and acceptance.
