Frank Zappa

The story

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.

Cast

F Frank ZappaSelf D Dweezil ZappaSelf M Moon Unit ZappaSelf G Gail ZappaSelf W Wild Man FischerSelf (archive footage) P Pamela Des BarresSelf H Howard KaylanSelf (archive footage) L Lucy OfferallSelf M Mark VolmanSelf (archive footage) D Don Van VlietSelf A Aynsley DunbarSelf (archive footage)