Ripcord

Exploring themes of escape and connection, the narrative follows a Milwaukee bartender entangled in a semiaffair with a younger married man. As he navigates his romantic failures through cruising apps, he grapples with his identity and relationships. His friendships with Charlie, an aging punk from the 1990s queercore scene, and Greer, an unrecognized painter, provide both solace and frustration. The story delves into the complexities of class, sex, and queer intimacy, highlighting the contrasts between insider and outsider experiences.