Hall Bartlett was an American film producer, director, and screenwriter. Hall Bartlett was an American film producer, director, and screenwriter known for his independent filmmaking and exploration of social issues. After serving in U.S. Naval Intelligence during World War II, he began his film career with the documentary Navajo (1952), which highlighted the challenges faced by Native Americans and won several international awards. Bartlett's notable works include Unchained (1955), featuring the song "Unchained Melody," and Jonathan Livingston Seagull (1973), an adaptation of Richard Bach's novella. Despite facing legal challenges and mixed reviews, the latter film received Academy Award nominations and won a Golden Globe for its score. Bartlett's films often addressed themes of human potential and social justice, reflecting his commitment to meaningful storytelling.
movieLove is Forever
1983 · Director, Writer, Producer
movieAirplane!
1980 · Original Film Writer
movieLos hijos de Sanchez
1978 · Director, Writer
movieThe Children of Sanchez
1978 · Director, Writer, Producer
movieJonathan Livingston Seagull
1973 · Director, Screenplay, Producer
movieThe Sandpit Generals
1972 · Director, Writer
movieChanges
1969 · Director, Screenplay
movieSol Madrid
1968 · Producer
movieThe Caretakers
1963 · Director, Story, Producer, Screenstory
tvThe Mike Douglas Show
1961 · Self
movieAll the Young Men
1960 · Director, Writer
movieZero Hour!
1957 · Director, Screenplay
movieDrango
1957 · Director, Writer, Producer
movieUnchained
1955 · Director, Writer
movieCrazylegs
1953 · Screenplay
movieNavajo
1952 · Indian School Counselor, Producer
movieThe Wild Blue Yonder
1951 · Lt. Jorman