Video from Hell
Synopsis
In a little over an hour, 'VIDEO FROM HELL' provides a preview of current and projected Honker releases, including 'BABY SNAKES', 'THE TRUE STORY OF 200 MOTELS' and 'UNCLE MEAT' (all 1987 releases) along with segments of 1988 shows still in preparation ('YOU CAN'T DO THAT ON STAGE ANYMORE'- which will be released after the multi-CD package, 'I NEED YOUR LOVE' - the homespun philosophy of Al Malkin, and 'AN AMERICAN DISSIDENT' - the homespun philosophy of Frank Zappa).
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Phyllis Smith Altenhaus
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Adrian Belew
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Jimmy Carl Black
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Terry Bozzio
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George Duke
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Jimi Hendrix
Self (archive footage)
Frank Zappa
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Ringo Starr
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Dick Barber
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Aynsley Dunbar
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Pamela Des Barres
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Roy Estrada
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Bunk Gardner
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Buzz Gardner
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Lowell George
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Elgar Howarth
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Elliot Ingber
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Howard Kaylan
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Zappa
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Zappa
- Original Score
- Frank Zappa
- Original Title
- Video from Hell
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Zappa
Frank Zappa
Frank Zappa
Raymond M. Bush, Booey Kober
Frank Zappa
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Zappa
Director
Frank Zappa
Writer
Frank Zappa
Producer
Raymond M. Bush
Editor
Booey Kober
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Video from Hell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Video from Hell about?
In a little over an hour, 'VIDEO FROM HELL' provides a preview of current and projected Honker releases, including 'BABY SNAKES', 'THE TRUE STORY OF 200 MOTELS' and 'UNCLE MEAT' (all 1987 releases) along with segments of 1988 shows still in preparation ('YOU CAN'T DO THAT ON STAGE ANYMORE'- which will be released after the multi-CD package, 'I NEED YOUR LOVE' - the homespun philosophy of Al Malkin, and 'AN AMERICAN DISSIDENT' - the homespun philosophy of Frank Zappa).
Who directed Video from Hell?
Video from Hell was directed by Frank Zappa.
Who stars in Video from Hell?
The principal cast of Video from Hell includes Phyllis Smith Altenhaus, Adrian Belew, Jimmy Carl Black, Terry Bozzio, George Duke.
When was Video from Hell released and how long is it?
Video from Hell was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Video from Hell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Video from Hell was composed by Frank Zappa.