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Ian McEwan
Novelist Ian McEwan reveals the formative influences that have shaped his writing.
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Frank Auerbach
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Sam Taylor-Johnson
Film director and artist Sam Taylor-Johnson reveals her creative influences.
Antony Gormley
Sculptor Sir Antony Gormley reveals his formative creative influences and experiences.
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Irish novelist Anne Enright reveals her creative influences.
John Adams
American composer John Adams reveals his influences and formative cultural experiences.
Lily Allen
Singer-songwriter and actor Lily Allen on her formative cultural influences.
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