This delicate and poetic film portrays an imaginative boy, searching for his mother, and an isolated landlady. In a world of flies, cosmic intruders, and malignant cells, the rich black-and-white images propel us on an exploration of the big city and its inherent inequalities, with openness and curiosity.
This unexpected encounter melts away emotional barriers and inspires us to learn from children and their optimistic approach to life.