Biography
Paul Bartel (August 6, 1938 – May 13, 2000) was an American director, writer and actor.
Known For
Complete Filmography
Corman's World
2011
as Self - Filmmaker (archive footage)
A chronicle of the long career of American filmmaker Roger Corman, the most tenacious and ingenious low-budget producer and director in the US film in...
Round Up: Deposing 'The Usual Suspects'
2002
as Smuggler (archive footage)
Documentary that includes interviews with Singer as well as the rest of the cast - mainly Spacey. There is no "plot" or "promotional" elements to this...
Perfect Fit
2001
as Dad
An aimless young man turns to murder in order to satisfy the desires of his new girlfriend, a narcissistic blue jean fetishist.
Dreamers
2000
as Larry
Growing up in small-town America, two friends dream about escaping their confining families to search for their dreams and freedom in the big city. Ar...
Hamlet
2000
as Osric
Modern day adaptation of Shakespeare's immortal story about Hamlet's plight to avenge his father's murder in New York City.
Hard Time: The Premonition
1999
as Proprietor
Logan McQueen is an ex-cop serving a prison term for a bust that had gone awry. During his stint, he learns of a death row inmate that claims he can p...
Race
1998
as Moderator
An East L.A working stiff is bullied by his wife to run for a City Council position against a well-organized recognized political figure.
Billy's Hollywood Screen Kiss
1998
as Rex Webster
Billy Collier is a photographer working on a series of pictures featuring recreations of movie kisses, with drag queens playing the female roles. For ...
The Elevator
1998
as Acting Coach
Things are going swimmingly for the film producer Roy Tilden, his last film is a success and he will soon receive an award for it. But his perfect day...
The Devil's Child
1997
as Dr. Zimmerman
A woman's mother makes a last-minute deal with the Devil to save her daughter's life, not realizing that her daughter's life is her stake. The daughte...
The Inheritance
1997
as Doctor
A beautiful orphan of mysterious parentage is asked by her adoptive family to help find a husband for their niece, but when two suitors both fall for ...
Skeletons
1997
as Mayor Harley Dunbar
A heart attack moves a Pulitzer winning journalist to leave NY for the peace of a small New England town, but he soon finds himself pulled into a case...
Lewis & Clark & George
1997
as Cop
A sultry woman joins an illiterate killer and a brainy hacker, both escaped convicts, to search for gold.
Prey of the Jaguar
1996
as Toymaker
When his wife and son are brutally murdered by a fugitive drug lord that he helped put behind bars, former Special Ops agent Derek Leigh vows to aveng...
Basquiat
1996
as Henry Geldzahler
The brief life of Jean Michel Basquiat, a world renowned New York street artist struggling with fame, drugs and his identity.
Escape from L.A.
1996
as Congressman
Into the 9.6-quaked Los Angeles of 2013 comes Snake Plissken. His job: wade through L.A.'s ruined landmarks to retrieve a doomsday device.
Joe's Apartment
1996
as NEA Scout
A nice guy has just moved to New York and discovers that he must share his run-down apartment with a couple thousand singing, dancing cockroaches.
Number One Fan
1995
as Director
A movie star is being stalked by a one-night stand.
A Bucket of Blood
1995
as Older Man
Walter Paisley, a busboy at a cappuccino bar called the Jabberjaw, is praised as a genius after he kills his landlady's cat and covers it in plaster. ...
Red Ribbon Blues
1995
as Fred the Pharmacist
After attending his 23rd funeral for a friend with AIDS, Troy and his friends hatch a plan to steal the HIV drugs that they need. One sucessful heist ...
Not Like Us
1995
as Mortician
A sexy, horror-filled story featuring two gorgeous aliens who move into a small American town.
The Usual Suspects
1995
as Smuggler
Held in an L.A. interrogation room, Verbal Kint attempts to convince the feds that a mythic crime lord, Keyser Soze, not only exists, but was also res...
Naomi & Wynonna: Love Can Build a Bridge
1995
as Ralph Emery
This is a true story about the relationship between a mother and her daughter, and their struggle to make it to the top in the music world. It is abou...
The Wacky Adventures of Dr. Boris and Nurse Shirley
1995
as Dr. Boris
A plastic surgeon and his nurse administer an aesthetic clinic that attracts several young women. But the two kill their clients and sell them to the ...
The Jerky Boys
1995
as Host at Tut's
When two unemployed telephone pranksters decide to use their vocal "talents" to impersonate a Chicago mob boss and curry favor with organized crime in...
Love and Happiness
1995
as Sulley the Short-Order Cook
Charlie (Charlie Mattera) very much lives the life of a Hollywood actor, consulting regularly with his agents and taking jobs from wealthy clients as ...
Twin Sitters
1994
as Linguini-covered Man
An evil business executive is releasing dangerous toxins and the Barbarian Brothers set out to stop his evil work.
Grief
1994
as Attorney
A campy chronicle of the lusts and loves of the men and women who work on a low-rent TV show called, "The Love Judge."
Made in the USA
1993
as Self
A Paul Joyce documentary on the American independent film scene.
Sex, Shock & Censorship in the 90's
1993
as Martin's Psychiatrist
Newswoman Fay Sommerfield takes a morally outraged look at excessive violence, bad language and sacrilege that pass for entertainment in the early 90s...
Acting on Impulse
1993
as Bruno
An erotic thriller actress becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a B-movie producer, leading her to hide out and engage in sexual thrills with a ...
Demonella
1993
as Oscar Wilde
Music producer Arnold Silverstein is desperate for a song hit so when the Devil - a woman - supplies him with the answer to his dreams, a piece called...
Demonella
1993
Director, Writer
Music producer Arnold Silverstein is desperate for a song hit so when the Devil - a woman - supplies him with the answer to his dreams, a piece called...
Posse
1993
as Mayor Bigwood
A group of mostly black infantrymen return from the Spanish-American War with a cache of gold. They travel to the West where their leader searches for...
Shelf Life
1993
as Various Apparitions
Trapped in a bomb-shelter for thirty years, three adult children act out scenes from television shows in an imitation of 1960's life.
Shelf Life
1993
Director
Trapped in a bomb-shelter for thirty years, three adult children act out scenes from television shows in an imitation of 1960's life.
Wild Turkey
1992
as Jim
Jed, a New York cop, brings home the last Christmas turkey in the shop for his wife Sue. Unfortunately, they make a dramatic discovery whilst stuffing...
The Living End
1992
as Twister Master
Two HIV-positive young men — a semi-employed film critic and a hot hustler — tear off on a cross-country crime spree.
Desire and Hell at Sunset Motel
1992
as The Manager
Right after Disneyland opens in Anaheim, California, in 1955, a toy salesman in town for a convention brings his wife with him so they can both go to ...
Soulmates
1992
as Boring Professor
A man who is immortal can bring his wife back from the dead temporarily by killing young women. But his latest would-be victim may be a problem.
Liquid Dreams
1991
as Angel
In a slightly future America, a woman goes to the big city to visit with her sister, who is dead in her apartment. In order to find out what happened ...
The Pope Must Die
1991
as Monsignor Fitchie
A less-than-qualified and far-from-perfect priest is mistakenly named the new pope. As the pontiff, he must deal with Vatican corruption, the Mob and ...
The Raven Red Kiss-Off
1990
as Larry Badger
Sent to keep an eye on a studio head's girlfriend at a Northern California film shoot, hardboiled P.I. Dan Turner, is forced to go into hiding when so...
Gremlins 2: The New Batch
1990
as Theatre Manager
Young sweethearts Billy and Kate move to the Big Apple, land jobs in a high-tech office park and soon reunite with the friendly and lovable Gizmo. But...
Far Out Man
1990
as Weebee Cool
An aging hippie sets out on a trip across America to find his family.
Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog
1989
as The Director
A socially isolated and extremely shy Los Angeles painter finds his dream girl in the form of a struggling actress and finds himself at last finding t...
Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills
1989
as Mo
A wealthy Beverly Hills resident who has just become a widow, Clare Lipkin temporarily takes on her friend Lisabeth as a house guest. As the two women...
Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills
1989
Director, Story
A wealthy Beverly Hills resident who has just become a widow, Clare Lipkin temporarily takes on her friend Lisabeth as a house guest. As the two women...
Caddyshack II
1988
as Jamison
When a crass new-money tycoon's membership application is turned down at a snooty country club, he retaliates by buying the club and turning it into a...
Out of the Dark
1988
as Hotel Clerk
A deranged killer wearing a clown mask begins preying on a group of young women working at a phone-sex company.
Out of the Dark
1988
Executive Producer
A deranged killer wearing a clown mask begins preying on a group of young women working at a phone-sex company.
Mortuary Academy
1988
as Paul Truscott
"Police Academy" clone, about some nerds who inherit an academy for morticians, which is run by a corrupt closet necropheliac. Of course, the most inc...
Mortuary Academy
1988
Writer
"Police Academy" clone, about some nerds who inherit an academy for morticians, which is run by a corrupt closet necropheliac. Of course, the most inc...
Shakedown
1988
as Night Court Judge
When a local drug dealer shoots a dishonest cop in self-defense, lawyer and renegade undercover cop join forces to clear him. But when their investiga...
Baja Oklahoma
1988
as Minister
Juanita Hutchins works at Texas bar, but she aspires to be a country songwriter. When she's not looking after her impulsive daughter, Candy, or vouchi...
Amazon Women on the Moon
1987
as Doctor (segment "Reckless Youth")
Centered around a television station which features a 1950s-style sci-fi movie interspersed with a series of wild commercials, wacky shorts and weird ...
Munchies
1987
as Dr. Crowder
Simon Watterman, a space archaeologist, discovers the "Munchies" in a cave in Peru. Cecil Watterman, Simon's evil twin brother and snack food entrepre...
Citizen Steve
1987
as Self - Actor / Filmmaker
On the occasion of the 40th birthday of the almighty filmmaker Steven Allan Spielberg, inquisitive reporter Clip Maxwell attempts to uncover the truth...
Killer Party
1986
as Professor Zito
Three sorority pledges are tasked with ensuring that the gals of Sigma Alpha Pi throw a killer party at an abandoned fraternity house. Unfortunately a...
Chopping Mall
1986
as Paul Bland
A group of teenagers that work at the mall all get together for a late night party in one of the stores. When the mall goes on lock down before they c...
The Longshot
1986
as Blind Man (uncredited)
Four losers borrow money from gangsters to bet on a "sure thing", but lose. The gangsters go after them to get their money.
The Longshot
1986
Director
Four losers borrow money from gangsters to bet on a "sure thing", but lose. The gangsters go after them to get their money.
Follow That Bird
1985
as Grouch Cook
Big Bird is sent to live far from Sesame Street by a pesky social worker, who thinks it would be better for him to live with other birds. Unhappy, Big...
National Lampoon's European Vacation
1985
as Mr. Froeger
The Griswolds win a vacation to Europe on a game show, and so pack their bags for the continent. They do their best to catch the flavor of Europe, but...
Lust in the Dust
1985
Director
Assaulted by outlaws, donkey-riding Rosie joins a silent drifter's search for gold in the Old West.
Into the Night
1985
as Beverly Wilshire Hotel Doorman
Ed Okin used to have a boring life. He used to have trouble getting to sleep. Then one night, he met Diana. Now, Ed's having trouble staying alive.
Frankenweenie
1984
as Mr. Walsh
When young Victor's pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor's home-made monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only...
Not for Publication
1984
as TV Director
A tabloid reporter and her new photographer, who've recently started working for the mayor of New York City, stumble upon evidence of conspiracy and p...
Not for Publication
1984
Director, Writer
A tabloid reporter and her new photographer, who've recently started working for the mayor of New York City, stumble upon evidence of conspiracy and p...
Stranger Than Paradise
1984
Thanks
A Hungarian immigrant, his friend, and his cousin go on an unpredictable adventure across America.
Get Crazy
1983
as Dr. Carver
Mega-promoter Colin Beverly plans to sabotage the New Year's 1983 concert of small-time operator Max Wolfe. Wolfe's assistants Neil Allen and Willie L...
Heart Like a Wheel
1983
as Chef Paul
Shirley Muldowney is determined to be a top-fuel drag racer, although no woman has ever raced them before. Despite the high risks of this kind of raci...
Trick or Treats
1982
as Bum
A baby sitter is stuck watching over a young brat on Halloween night who keeps playing vicious pranks on her. To add to her trouble the boy's deranged...
White Dog
1982
as Cameraman
A trainer attempts to retrain a vicious dog that’s been raised to kill black people.
Eating Raoul
1982
as Paul Bland
A prudish married couple feel put upon by the swingers living in their apartment building. One night, by accident, they discover a way to both rid the...
Eating Raoul
1982
Writer, Director
A prudish married couple feel put upon by the swingers living in their apartment building. One night, by accident, they discover a way to both rid the...
Heartbeeps
1981
as Party Guest
Two domestic robots fall in love and run off together.
The Hustler of Muscle Beach
1980
as Director
A slick promoter in the bodybuilding subculture of Venice Beach, California, finds what he considers a diamond in the rough: a dedicated but somewhat ...
Rock 'n' Roll High School
1979
as Mr. McGree
A group of rock-music-loving students, with the help of the Ramones, take over their school to combat its newly installed oppressive administration.
Piranha
1978
as Mr. Dumont
When flesh-eating piranhas are accidently released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.
Roger Corman: Hollywood's Wild Angel
1978
as Self
Documentary examining the life and career of producer/director Roger Corman. Clips from his films and interviews with actors and crew members who have...
Grand Theft Auto
1977
as Groom
A rich girl steals her dad's Rolls Royce and heads off to Las Vegas to get married. However, her angry parents, a jealous suitor, and a bunch of rewar...
Cannonball
1976
as Lester Marks
Coy "Cannonball" Buckman and his blazing red Pontiac enter the Trans-America Grand Prix, an underground road race spanning the continent in which ther...
Cannonball
1976
Screenplay, Director
Coy "Cannonball" Buckman and his blazing red Pontiac enter the Trans-America Grand Prix, an underground road race spanning the continent in which ther...
Hollywood Boulevard
1976
as Eric Von Leppe
A Midwestern ingenue arrives in Hollywood to try her luck as an actress. An incompetent agent hooks her up with a production company which specializes...
Eat My Dust
1976
as Bruno Smith
Hoover Nielbold is a car-crazy teenager who, in order to impress the hottest girl in school, takes her for a ride in a souped-up race car owned by loc...
Lost in the Garden of the World
1975
as Self
Cannes is the town in France where Bergman meets bikinis, and the art of filmmaking meets the art of the deal. In 1975, a group of expat Kiwis managed...
Death Race 2000
1975
as Frankenstein's Doctor (uncredited)
In a boorish future, the government sponsors a popular, but bloody, cross-country race in which points are scored by mowing down pedestrians. Five tea...
Death Race 2000
1975
Director
In a boorish future, the government sponsors a popular, but bloody, cross-country race in which points are scored by mowing down pedestrians. Five tea...
Big Bad Mama
1974
as Guest at Fancy Party (uncredited)
Mama and daughters get forced by circumstances into bootlegging and bank robbing, and travel across the country trailed by the law.
Big Bad Mama
1974
Second Unit Director
Mama and daughters get forced by circumstances into bootlegging and bank robbing, and travel across the country trailed by the law.
Private Parts
1972
as Man in Park (uncredited)
In the sleaziest corner of Los Angeles, the King Edward Hotel has a new arrival in the form of Cheryl, a runaway teen. She's hoping to put her life ba...
Private Parts
1972
Director, Writer
In the sleaziest corner of Los Angeles, the King Edward Hotel has a new arrival in the form of Cheryl, a runaway teen. She's hoping to put her life ba...
Hi, Mom!
1970
as Uncle Tom Wood
Vietnam vet Jon Rubin returns to New York and rents a rundown flat in Greenwich Village. It is in this flat that he begins to film, 'Peeping Tom' styl...
Utterly Without Redeeming Social Value
1969
as Dr. Emil Krankheit
A psychologist interviews the members of a therapy group for people with sexual issues as to why they're in the group.
Naughty Nurse
1969
Director, Writer, Producer
A doctor and nurse sneak away for a kinky encounter, only to be interrupted by a cop... with a secret of his own.
Utterly Without Redeeming Social Value
1969
Writer
A psychologist interviews the members of a therapy group for people with sexual issues as to why they're in the group.
The Secret Cinema
1967
Director, Writer, Producer
Welcome to the Secret Cinema, now featuring a series of films on the real-life misadventures of Jane, a New York City office secretary. See Jane being...
Progetti
1962
Director
Two aspiring Italian actors, hoping to become movie stars, dream of moving to New York City to study at the Actors Studio. Preserved by the Academy F...