The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell (2025)

0.0/10 102 min Documentary Music

Overview

Bill Bartell was a multifaceted individual who traversed the punk rock scene, law enforcement, rodeo riding, and country music. Known for his unique contribution to punk rock through his label Gasatanka Records and band White Flag, Bartell's life defies conventional boundaries, blending hyper-masculinity with subcultural rebellion. His story, filled with mysterious and seemingly contradictory roles, offers a compelling narrative about identity, transformation, and the unexpected paths life can take.

Cast

Allison Anders

Self

Don Bolles

Self

Dez Cadena

Self

Kurt Cobain

Self (archive footage)

Dale Crover

Self

Fat Mike

Self

Bill Bartell

Pat Fear (archive footage)

Steven Shane McDonald

Self

Jennifer Schwartz

Self

Drew Barrymore

Self (archive footage)

Sérgio Dias

Self

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