Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68
Synopsis
This DVD contains a filmed rehearsal of Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention at the legendary Beat Club in Bremen, Germany, on 6th October 1968. The music is largely one long improvisatory continuous performance rather than a run-through of their greatest hits, but is punctuated by Zappa directing the band to play the opening themes of some of his more well-known pieces.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2016
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Niles Lesh
- Original Title
- Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Niles Lesh
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Niles Lesh
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What is Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68 about?
This DVD contains a filmed rehearsal of Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention at the legendary Beat Club in Bremen, Germany, on 6th October 1968. The music is largely one long improvisatory continuous performance rather than a run-through of their greatest hits, but is punctuated by Zappa directing the band to play the opening themes of some of his more well-known pieces.
Who directed Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68?
Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68 was directed by Niles Lesh.
Who stars in Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68?
The principal cast of Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68 includes Frank Zappa.
When was Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68 released and how long is it?
Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention - The Lost Broadcast: The Beat Club '68 was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.