Yony Leyser: Pioneer of Queer Counterculture and Rebellious Filmmaking
In the latest episode of the Sooner Podcast, we feature US-born filmmaker Yony Leyser, who continuously surprises the film world with his bold and unconventional works. Known for his documentary WILLIAM S. BURROUGHS: A MAN WITHIN (2010), Queercore: How to Punk A Revolution (2017), and the queer underground film DESIRE WILL SET YOU FREE (2015), Yony always swims against the tide in his projects, focusing on topics like LGBTQ+ identities and the subversive power of counterculture.
In our conversation, Yony talks about his journey into the world of film, from his youth in the US to his decision to move to Berlin – a city known as a hub for queer and subcultural movements. Yony explains how he was influenced by punk and DIY culture and why he values the freedom of improvisation and unpredictability in his films.
The episode not only offers an exclusive insight into Yony's life and work but also a discussion on the influence of Burroughs and other rebellious role models on his creations. It gets particularly exciting when Yony talks about the challenges young filmmakers face today and the role subcultures play in the creative scene.
Listen to the new Soonercast now!
