Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
Synopsis
This episode focuses on Zappa's early 70s albums, Overnight Sensation (1973) and Apostrophy (') (1974). Together they encapsulate Zappa's extraordinary musical diversity and were also the 2 most commercially successful albums that he released in his prolific career. Included are interviews, musical demonstrations, rare archive & home movie footage, plus live performances to tell the story behind the conception and recording of these groundbreaking albums. Extras include additional interviews and demonstrations not included in the broadcast version, 2 full performances from the Roxy in 1973 and Saturday Night Live in 1976, and new full live performance done specially for these Classic Albums.
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Classic Albums - Frank Zappa: Apostrophe & Over-Nite Sensation | Sneak PeekOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-04-12
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Frank Zappa
Self (archive footage)
Dweezil Zappa
Self
Gail Zappa
Self
Billy Bob Thornton
Self
Ruth Underwood
Self
George Duke
Self
Ian Underwood
Self
Napoleon Murphy Brock
Self
Warren Cuccurullo
Self
Moon Unit Zappa
Self
David Fricke
Self
Steve Vai
Self
Frank Filipetti
Self
Joe Travers
Self
Ahmet Zappa
Self
Elliot Ingber
Self
Alice Cooper
Self
Ralph Humphrey
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
Aired on NRK 1
Festival / Special Debut
May 1, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matthew Longfellow
- Original Title
- Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Isis Production, Eagle Rock Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthew Longfellow
Matthew Longfellow
Bous De Jong, Jamie Rugge-Price, Geoff Kempin, Terry Shand
Department Leadership Roster
Matthew Longfellow
Director
Matthew Longfellow
Editor
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What is Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation about?
This episode focuses on Zappa's early 70s albums, Overnight Sensation (1973) and Apostrophy (') (1974). Together they encapsulate Zappa's extraordinary musical diversity and were also the 2 most commercially successful albums that he released in his prolific career. Included are interviews, musical demonstrations, rare archive & home movie footage, plus live performances to tell the story behind the conception and recording of these groundbreaking albums. Extras include additional interviews and demonstrations not included in the broadcast version, 2 full performances from the Roxy in 1973 and Saturday Night Live in 1976, and new full live performance done specially for these Classic Albums.
Who directed Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation was directed by Matthew Longfellow.
Who stars in Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation?
The principal cast of Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation includes Frank Zappa, Dweezil Zappa, Gail Zappa, Billy Bob Thornton, Ruth Underwood.
When was Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation released and how long is it?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 50m.