The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart

Movie Overview

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.

Cast

John Peel

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Don Van Vliet

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Frank Zappa

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Matt Groening

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Jimmy Carl Black

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Ry Cooder

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Bruce Fowler

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Eric Drew Feldman

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