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The story of Queen's Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury of Queen was one of the most photographed men in history. But could a selection of photos uncover new truths about someone we think we all know? This revealing Freddie Mercury documentary looks at an extraordinary life through a unique lens- ten defining pictures, from iconic shots to private snaps. Secrets are revealed by those who were there and those who knew Freddie best.

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A Life in Ten Pictures – Freddie Mercury is part of a 10-part series that uses iconic photography to explore the lives of global icons. This fascinating celebrity biography series uses forensic storytelling and interviews to get under the skin of Muhammad Ali, Amy Winehouse, Elizabeth Taylor, John Lennon, Tupac Shakur and more.

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