The Most podcast - Episode 76: Leonardo Van Dijl

Award-winning filmmaker Leonardo Van Dijl has been capturing the hidden emotions of life on film for over a decade. From early successes like the provocative ‘Get Ripped’ to Cannes-selected short ‘Stephanie’, he has gracefully portrayed the tension between outer appearances and inner turmoil. Now, with lauded 2024 debut feature ‘Julie Keeps Quiet’ playing in centre court, Leonardo cements his place as one of the most gripping talents in new cinema.

On this episode, Leonardo sits down with Dominique Nzeyimana to share his unconventional journey from stylist to filmmaker-to-watch at Cannes, TIFF and beyond. They dive deep into his unique storytelling style, transforming silence into narratives, the layers behind ‘Julie Keeps Quiet’ and the value of restraint in a world consumed by noise. He opens up about how ‘Julie’ shaped him as a director and the priceless support of tennis superstar Naomi Osaka.

Together, the duo explore what it means to stay true to your guiding star, ancient Greek feminist lore and why you sometimes have to pull for the Raf Simons deep cut, all while navigating the buzz around being Belgium’s 2025 Oscar submission. A heartfelt discussion on the art and responsibility of filmmaking and the joy of seeing your creative risks pay off on the world stage.

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