Film

The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

2025 · 1h 42m · Documentary · Music

IMDb

9.7

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.

Allison Anders

Self

Kurt Bloch

Self

Don Bolles

Self

Dez Cadena

Self

Kurt Cobain

Self (archive footage)

Dale Crover

Self

Fat Mike

Self

Buzz Osborne

Self

Bill Bartell

Pat Fear (archive footage)

Jeff McDonald

Self

Steven Shane McDonald

Self

Jennifer Schwartz

Self

Jordan Schwartz

Self

Jim Laspesa

Self

Drew Barrymore

Self (archive footage)

Victor Krummenacher

Self

• David MarkeyDirector

The Secret Lives Of Bill Bartell (Official Trailer) 2025The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell (Teaser trailer)

Release date

February 20, 2025

Status

Released

Original language

English

Runtime

1h 42m

Genres

Documentary, Music

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