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Morgan Freeman has crossed off many of his career aspirations over the years, but there is still one role he wants to play.

Tori Amos wrote 'Welcome to England' about her challenges when moving from America to Cornwall and how she almost lost herself in the name of love.

Mel Brooks is the definition of an auteur, a filmmaker who has pioneered his own brand of comedy. And yet, he was forced into making one his most iconic scenes.

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