Off the Ice

The Story

Lucas Carter commands the ice as the charismatic captain of his college hockey team, but a sudden concussion shatters his reality. The injury strips away his memories, erasing the intense rivalry he once shared with transfer student Albert Clay. Albert seizes this vulnerability to weave a dangerous web of deception, claiming the two have been secret lovers for years. Lucas, convinced of his heterosexuality, finds himself inexplicably drawn to Albert despite the fabricated history. He struggles to distinguish fact from fiction while navigating his relationship with girlfriend Jessica. His fading recollections collide with emerging feelings he cannot ignore. Forced to confront his buried emotions and the reality behind Albert’s betrayal, Lucas delves into a confusing maze of identity. He attempts to uncover who he truly is amidst the chaos of his shattered past and the lies that surround him.