The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart

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 & Crew

Director

Elaine Shepherd

John Peel

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Don Van Vliet

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Frank Zappa

Himself (archive footage)

Matt Groening

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Jimmy Carl Black

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Ry Cooder

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