[Zappa's humor and wit carry the film, not least because his social commentary has lost none of its relevance. And although the less flattering aspects of his political incorrectness are not omitted, such as his blatant machismo, a genuinely warmhearted portrait emerges. In the end, we feel closer not only to the artist, but also to Zappa the man.]

["ZAPPA" paints an empathetic, yet not uncritical, picture of the genius. Less pleasant aspects are also addressed, although the focus is on his musical work.]