Toby, a recent college graduate from Wisconsin, spends the summer in Manhattan with his cousin Packard, who has just lost his partner to AIDS. As Toby navigates the openly gay community, he struggles with his own identity and feelings. When he wears a pair of John R.'s shoes, he experiences vivid visions of the pre-AIDS era and a newfound confidence, allowing him to express his attraction to men. With the shoes on, Toby embarks on a journey of self-discovery, exploring the city and his own desires.
The Dead Boys' Club
A young college graduate from Wisconsin, Toby, moves to Manhattan for the summer and moves in with his cousin Packard, who is still grieving the loss of his partner John R. due to AIDS.
