Rosa von Praunheim

Biography

Rosa von Praunheim was a renowned German film director, author, and pioneering gay rights activist in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. A key co-founder of the modern lesbian and gay movement in West Germany and Switzerland, he advocated for AIDS awareness and safer sex. His films centered on queer-related themes, featuring a diverse range of personalities, including artists, writers, and performers, characterized by excess and campy style.