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William S. Burroughs: A Man Within
William S. Burroughs: A Man Within
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WILLIAM S. BURROUGHS: A MAN WITHIN

Directed by Yony Leyser
United States, 2010
Documentary, Biography, LGBTQ+

Synopsis

A probing, yet loving look at the man whose works at once savaged conservative ideals, spawned countercultural movements, and reconfigured 20th century culture, featuring never-before-seen footage of Burroughs and interviews including Patti Smith, Gus Van Sant, and David Cronenberg.

Synopsis

A probing, yet loving look at the man whose works at once savaged conservative ideals, spawned countercultural movements, and reconfigured 20th century culture, featuring never-before-seen footage of Burroughs and interviews including Patti Smith, Gus Van Sant, and David Cronenberg.

Our take

William S. Burroughs has been heralded as one of the best American writers of the 20th century, and perhaps the most provocative. This smash-hit documentary on the controversial icon features music by Sonic Youth and interviews with everyone from John Waters to Iggy Pop!