Christopher Sherwood

BARRED explores the complexities of a life inside through two very different cell mates. Danny arrived in prison a violent man, a product of his upbringing. 8 years on, he wants to change and rehabilitate through art and education. Aspirations to make amends and become a poet are laughable to his cell mate, Ali, a convicted drug dealer who wants to do his sentence the hard way. Time’s running out for one of them...

Karl wakes from yet another dream about his ex, Brad. When making Brad’s favourite blueberry smoothie he is confronted by the past when Brad appears and challenges Karl over the failure for Karl to move on. Memories, both good and bad, bombard Karl’s mind taunting him and making him continue to long and fantasise over what he had with Brad. It is clear that Brad’s fantasy world and the real world are merging, which if not dealt with could lead to dire consequences. Only when Karl is truly honest with himself will he be able to leave the past alone and enjoy living life post Brad. But will this be the last time he invites Brad in and finally pluck up the courage to say goodbye or will today be like every other day where Karl finds himself lost and alone dwelling on the past.

After the death of his mother, a grieving son meets his mother’s former career and begins to develop a relationship with him.