I Am (not) A Number: Decoding The Prisoner

Unravel the mysteries of The Prisoner with Alex Cox's insightful analysis. This book delves into the cult TV series, offering a unique interpretation of its complex themes and characters. Forget simple labels like "surreal" or "Kafkaesque"; Cox argues that The Prisoner provides concrete answers to its enduring questions.

Explore the series episode by episode, following the original production order to uncover hidden meanings and connections. Discover the truth behind Number 6, The Village, and the enigmatic Number 1. This book is for fans of The Prisoner, those fascinated by Cold War intrigue, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this groundbreaking television masterpiece.

Alex Cox is responsible for directing a host of acclaimed films from Repo Man, Sid & Nancy, Straight to Hell, Walker, and Highway Patrolman to Death and the Compass, Revenger’s Tragedy and Searchers 2.0. He’s also the author of X Films: True Confessions of a Radical Filmmaker, and has written on the subject of film for publications including Sight and Sound, The Guardian, The Independent, and Film Comment.