A home destroyed, A life unsettled.

How do we define progress as a nation?
Is it our shiny city skyline? Or our other man-made wonders?

As our city undergoes constant change, the distinction between all things concrete and the natural world, diminishes.

The lives of humans and animals unwittingly collide.

Fast-paced cities with soaring populations have suffered decades with land scarcity. This has impacted the lives of all creatures, not just us.

Many consider the decimation of natural habitats as mere collateral damage, in the pursuit of success. Yet the brutal truth is, the ecosystem has been thrown off balance. Mother nature has often been left by the wayside.

Have we enriched our lives at the expense of other living creatures?

Animal welfare, especially of creatures within our community and shared spaces, is a very real issue in Singapore, often overlooked or misunderstood.

Community animals of all shapes and sizes, tend to be considered pests, "getting in the way" of our pursuits.

But have we honestly done enough to consider cohabiting with them? After all, this is as much their land, as it is ours. /p>

In the case of cats for instance, more can be done to educate people on cat behaviour, how to rescue those in danger, as well as the importance of sterilisation.

With any luck, this will help reduce abuse, displacement, and abandonment of our furry friends.

What can we do to ensure the safety and survival of our community animals?

'A Tale of Two Kitties' is an especially intimate piece for director Joe.

While some precious lives were lost in this particular tale of urbanisation and upheaval, he hopes they were not in vain.

Stay tuned to the STOREYS page to watch the film.