Thanks for the Pancakes

A loving father starts his day making pancakes for his family. After leaving home, his attention becomes consumed by his smartphone - texts, emails, notifications. Walking into traffic while reading a heartfelt message from his wife, he faces the ultimate consequence of digital distraction.

The last message he sees: "Thanks for the Pancakes ❤️"

This powerful short film serves as a wake-up call about the deadly risks of smartphone distraction - perfect for film festivals and as a public service announcement.

Marcus wakes up before dawn, exercises, and lovingly prepares pancakes for his family - Jay, Baby, and Patrice. Mickey-shaped, smile-shaped, each one crafted with care.

The morning ritual is warm, chaotic, filled with laughter, singing, smiling, cutting, spilling - sticky hands everywhere.

But once he leaves for work, Marcus becomes another smartphone zombie, consumed by texts, emails, and notifications. When his wife's loving message appears - "Thanks for the Pancakes ❤️" - he steps off the crowded sidewalk to read it...

Into the path of an oncoming truck.