Mog’s Christmas Calamity | Sainsbury’s Ad | Christmas 2015

Summary

On Christmas Eve, the Thomas family and their cat Mog experience a range of dreams, from the children's excitement for Santa's gifts to Mr. Thomas's desire for a new bat and Mog's own nightmare. When a fireman recounts Mog's heroics, the community rallies to ensure that the Thomas family and Mog can share in the Christmas spirit, highlighting the importance of togetherness and celebration during the holiday season.

Takeaways

• 🎄 The story takes place on Christmas Eve, a time typically associated with joy and sweet dreams.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Thomas family, including Nicky and Debbie, are all dreaming about the Christmas presents they might receive.
• ⚾️ Mr. Thomas dreams of receiving a new bat, indicating his possible interest in sports or specific hobbies.
• 🤔 Mrs. Thomas has her own dreams, though they are not explicitly mentioned, leaving some mystery.
• 🐱 Mog, the family pet, experiences a nightmare instead of sweet dreams, highlighting a contrast in the family's experiences.
• 🚒 The neighborhood gathers due to an incident involving Mog, showing a sense of community.
• 🛡️ Mog is revealed to have heroically saved the day, which is recognized by the fireman and neighbors.
• 🏅 Mog is suggested to deserve a medal for her bravery, though she might simply prefer a more mundane reward like an egg.
• 🥚 Unfortunately, there is no egg for Mog, and the Thomas family faces the prospect of a Christmas without gifts or celebration.
• 🤗 The community's response is to invite the Thomas family and Mog to share in their Christmas, demonstrating compassion and togetherness.
• 🎁 The story concludes with the act of sharing and the idea that Christmas spirit can be found in the kindness of others.

Q & A

What was the overall mood of the Thomas family on Christmas Eve?

The Thomas family, except for Mog, was dreaming sweet dreams on Christmas Eve, indicating a peaceful and joyful mood.

What were Nicky and Debbie hoping to receive from Santa?

The specific gifts that Nicky and Debbie were dreaming about from Santa are not mentioned in the script, but it is implied that they had expectations for presents.

What was Mr. Thomas dreaming about?

Mr. Thomas was dreaming of a new bat, which suggests he might be a sports enthusiast or player.

What did Mrs. Thomas dream of that was different from the others?

The script does not specify what Mrs. Thomas was dreaming of, only that it was 'something else,' different from what the children were dreaming about.

Why was Mog not having sweet dreams like the rest of the family?

Mog was having a nightmare, which is a type of distressing dream, contrasting with the sweet dreams of the human members of the Thomas family.

What happened when the neighbors gathered?

When the neighbors gathered, the fireman recounted how Mog had saved the day, highlighting her heroism and suggesting that she was instrumental in some way to their community.

What did the fireman suggest Mog deserved for her actions?

The fireman suggested that Mog deserved a medal for her actions, recognizing her bravery and the impact she had on the day's events.

How did the neighbors propose to reward Mog?

The neighbors proposed sharing their own Christmas with the Thomas family and Mog, as a way to reward and include them in the holiday celebrations.

What did the Thomas family initially believe they would not have?

The Thomas family, and Mog, initially believed they would not have a Christmas, implying that they thought they would miss out on the holiday celebrations and festivities.

What was the final outcome for Mog and the Thomas family?

The final outcome was that the Thomas family and Mog were included in the neighbors' Christmas celebration, as everyone decided to share their own Christmas with them.

What was the humorous twist regarding Mog's potential reward?

The humorous twist was that instead of receiving a medal, someone quipped that Mog would 'rather have an egg,' adding a light-hearted moment to the serious recognition of her bravery.