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The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell

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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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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

102 mins

Rating

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Release Date

20 February 2025

Country

United States of America

Cast

Allison Anders

Allison Anders

Self

Kurt Bloch

Kurt Bloch

Self

Don Bolles

Don Bolles

Self

Dez Cadena

Dez Cadena

Self

Kurt Cobain

Kurt Cobain

Self (Archival Footage)

Dale Crover

Dale Crover

Self

Fat Mike

Fat Mike

Self

Buzz Osborne

Buzz Osborne

Self

Bill Bartell

Bill Bartell

Pat Fear (Archival Footage)

Jeff McDonald

Jeff McDonald

Self

Steven Shane McDonald

Steven Shane McDonald

Self

Jennifer Schwartz

Jennifer Schwartz

Self

Jordan Schwartz

Jordan Schwartz

Self

Jim Laspesa

Jim Laspesa

Self

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore

Self (Archival Footage)

Victor Krummenacher

Victor Krummenacher

Self

Melanie Vammen

Melanie Vammen

Self

Sérgio Dias

Sérgio Dias

Self

Rebecca Severin

Rebecca Severin

Self

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