The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

2025•1h 42m•

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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.

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David Markey

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Allison Anders

Self

Kurt Bloch

Self

Don Bolles

Self

Dez Cadena

Self

Kurt Cobain

Self (archive footage)

The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

2025•1h 42m•

★0.0(0 ratings)

DocumentaryMusic

Overview

Director

David Markey

Watchlist

Main Cast

Allison Anders

Self

Kurt Bloch

Self

Don Bolles

Self

Dez Cadena

Self

Kurt Cobain

Self (archive footage)

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The runtime is 102 minutes (1h 42m).

The film was directed by David Markey.

This title is listed on IMDb as tt35555070.

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The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

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English

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United States of America

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The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

Overview

Director

Main Cast

Allison Anders

Kurt Bloch

Don Bolles

Dez Cadena

Kurt Cobain

The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

Overview

Director

Main Cast

Allison Anders

Kurt Bloch

Don Bolles

Dez Cadena

Kurt Cobain

Dale Crover

Fat Mike

Buzz Osborne

Bill Bartell

Jeff McDonald

Steven Shane McDonald

Jennifer Schwartz

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