What becomes apparent is that one documentary is not enough to cover the life, times and creative career of Frank Zappa. This one, recorded the year of his sad and untimely death, tries very hard and does capture much of what was best loved about the great man.
Originally shown on BBC 2’s The Late Show (now there was a pretty funky arts series, one that’s still missed) on July 23 1993, it contains one of Zappa’s last (lengthy) interviews (full meat and gravy), as well as contributions from a host of diverse supporting players - The Mothers to The Dubliners to Matt Groening, plus full pics and story.
Previously on Dangerous Minds
Unaired 1985 interview with Zappa: Too Hot for TV
Frank Zappa 1971: Progress is not possible without deviation
Young Frank Zappa plays the bicycle on ‘The Steve Allen Show’