Fragile

Based on a Lou Reed’s poem, ‘Fragile’ is the story of Johnny, a young man in his 20’s, who delivers himself in a box to his far away girlfriend. The story begins when Johnny’s girlfriend leaves a very distinct message on Johnny’s answering machine. She says that he must come over to her town, and be with her, or else their relationship will come to an end. Poor Johnny doesn’t have any choice, and after he checks all mode of transportation, he chooses the US Postal service. This short dark comedy explores the irony of life and the fragility of long distance relationship through the eyes of Johnny.