The Lady and the Dale: CELESTIAL BODIES

SINOPSIS

A documentary series exploring an audacious auto scam, THE LADY AND THE DALE traces the story of Elizabeth Carmichael, who rose to prominence when she released a fuel-efficient three-wheeled vehicle during the 1970s gas crisis.
From Emmy-winning producers Mark and Jay Duplass (HBO's Room 104) comes a documentary series exploring an audacious 1970s auto scam centered around a mysterious entrepreneur. THE LADY AND THE DALE traces the story of Elizabeth Carmichael, who rose to prominence when she released a fuel-efficient three-wheeled vehicle during the 1970s gas crisis. As she wins over major carmakers and investors, a web of mystery unfolds regarding the car's technology and Carmichael's surprising past. A portrait of an extraordinary entrepreneur's rise and eventual fall, the series explores a one-of-a-kind story of fraud, family and identity.