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Bill Cable
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Bill Cable

1946 – 1998 · Gary, Indiana, USA · Active 1972–1993

Bill Cable, born in 1946, was an American actor and director whose work defined a niche in 1980s cult cinema. He appears as a memorable character in Elvira, Mistress of the Dark (1988), showcasing his unique blend of humor and horror. In addition to acting, Cable directed and wrote the film What's Love (1987), further cementing his influence in the genre. His contributions to films like Flesh and Bullets (1985) and What's Love highlight his versatility and commitment to the exploration of unconventional narratives.

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What's Love

What's Love

1987 ★ 4.0
as Bill / Jesus Christ (archive footage) / Buck

Previously lost reconceptualization of Bill Cable's unfinished early 70s epic titled What is Love which deals with themes of romantic obsession and Christian blasphemy.

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Filmography

12 credits
1990s 2 credits
1993
Movie
1992
Basic Instinct as Johnny Boz
Movie ★ 6.9
1980s 5 credits
1989
Rip Colt's Sex Rated Home Movies as (segment "Cooling It")
Movie
1988
Movie ★ 6.7
1987
What's Love as Bill / Jesus Christ (archive footage) / Buck
Movie ★ 4.2
1985
Movie ★ 6.5
1985
Movie ★ 4.8
1970s 3 credits
1978
Movie ★ 5.2
1975
Movie ★ 8.0
1972
Bijou as Bearded Man with Whip
Movie ★ 7.2
Crew Credits
1980s 2 credits
1987
Movie ★ 4.2
1987
What's Love Screenplay
Movie ★ 4.2