"Desire Will Set You Free" is a feature film that explores contemporary Berlin through the eyes of an American writer of Israeli/Palestinian descent and his relationship with a Russian aspiring artist working as a hustler. The film offers a glimpse into the city's vibrant queer and underground scenes while examining the differences between expatriate and refugee life. The characters travel through Berlin's layered history and unique subcultural landscape, encountering influences and remnants of the Weimar Republic, WWII, the Bowie years, and punk. The film features performances by notable musicians and appearances by original Berlin personalities, and is shot on location in the city. The film stars Tim-Fabian Hoffman, Chloé Griffin, and the director, Yony Leyser.