{"product_id":"9781476603018","title":"Film Alchemy: The Independent Cinema of Ted V. Mikels","description":"American filmmaker Ted V. Mikels holds a unique position as one of the most unconventional directors of exploitation cinema. Famous for his eccentric home life (he once lived with a harem in a castle with secret passage-ways) and promotional gimmicks (he was known for having nurses and ambulances on hand to assist “scared-to-death” movie-goers), Mikels is considered a pioneering master of low-budget movie making. This unique work examines each of Mikels’ 19 major film or video productions, beginning with his first feature \u003ci\u003eStrike Me Deadly\u003c\/i\u003e (1959). Each entry includes a full list of cast and crew credits, along with a plot synopsis and, frequently, behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Also included are a complete filmography, an overview of Ted V. Mikels memorabilia, and a transcript of the author’s personal interview with Mikels.","brand":"McFarland \u0026 Company, Incorporated Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47157423079664,"sku":"9781476603018","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781476603018_p0.jpg?v=1763608114","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781476603018","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}