I recently found this video interview with director Todd Haynes in which he discusses the influence of Fassbinder and Sirk on his work. He also speaks insightfully about Fassbinder in general and about ALI: FEAR EATS THE SOUL in particular.

Part 1: http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7zeed_todd-haynes-interview-part-i_shortfilms

Part 2: http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7zjcw_todd-haynes-interview-part-ii_shortfilms

Enjoy!