<p>Topher Mikels recently created Parlantino Productions an homage to his Sicilian Storytelling Grandfather. Parlantino productions will showcase his abilities<br /> as a writer and director. He is currently developing a Television script called <span class="caps">EVJL</span>, and a New York City nightclub documentary titled Bottle Service. He has<br /> been writing for the past four years, and his foundation emphasizes his love for deep three-dimensional characters. He has been mentored by many including<br /> the acclaimed playwright Ashlin Halfnight and director/writer Alex Merkin. He recently began directing while studying at The Studio NY and has been 1st<br /> AD on multiple short films and is currently AD-ing his first feature. His interest in directing distills from his love of still photography passed down from his<br /> Father. Topher received his BA from Boston University, where he studied production at the renowned <span class="caps">COM</span> School.</p>