Mother Says

The first bioart narrative film. A transposition of War of the worlds in which the visuals are achieved by cultivating bacteria to follow certain patterns on petri dishes in a chemical oven. The narration evokes radio plays.

This is the story of Guido and Gael, two brothers who inherit their father's passion for piano. From an early age, Guido shows remarkable talent, becoming the focus of their father's unfulfilled dreams of musical success, while Gael grows up under their mother's protective care. Years later, Guido works as a classical piano session musician dreaming of fame, while Gael studies Law like his mother, though his passion for jazz piano never fades. When Gael brings news of an audition that could launch a career, Guido dismisses it, until he learns Gael has signed up. Their father, determined to secure Guido's success, enters him into the competition as well. As the brothers prepare, Guido under his father's pressure, Gael balancing studies with his mother's support. This clash of styles and talents builds toward an audition that will ultimately bring reconciliation and harmony between them.