411799
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Frank Zappa

1971-02-11 en 51m
DocumentaryMusic
Produced for Dutch television and directed by Roelof Kiers, this documentary offers an observational portrait of musician and composer Frank Zappa in the early 1970s. Filmed at Zappa’s home and during rehearsals and performances with the Mothers of Invention, the program combines interviews, backstage scenes, and concert footage recorded at the Fillmore West featuring Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan. Alongside performances and informal conversations, Zappa reflects on his musical influences, creative methods, and views on American culture and politics while working on projects such as 200 Motels.

Sound

Jan Rap

Sound Mixer

E. van Durlacher

Director

Roelof Kiers

Music

Frank Zappa

Editor

Bert Roozemond

Camera Operator

Peter Bos

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Status

Released

Countries

  • Netherlands

Companies

  • VPRO