Music ·Documentary · United Kingdom · 1997 · 52m

The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart

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Director
Elaine Shepherd
Cast
John Peel as Himself (Narrator) Don Van Vliet as Himself Frank Zappa as Himself (archive footage) Matt Groening as Himself Jimmy Carl Black as Himself Ry Cooder as Himself
Crew
Colin Minchin — Editor
Synopsis

Elaine Shepherd’s classic BBC documentary, introduced and narrated by John Peel. Completely wonderful, a 50 minute joy: reviews, articles, blog posts, etc. relating to The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart.

Mood & Themes
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Key Collaborators
Elaine Shepherd Director Colin Minchin Editor
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