
Feature film — 2025
The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell (2025)
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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Director: David Markey
On screen
Cast & crew

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
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