Jade Wickes

Her new film, Magic Farm, is a jagged-edged satire fizzing with energy. But there are Serious Human Issues at play: not least climate catastrophe, sex as deliverance and wilful ignorance as a linchpin of American culture. Amalia takes us into her world...

Two months ago, the Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of womanhood was biological sex rather than gender identity. In light of increasingly reactionary rhetoric in the UK, THE FACE spoke to trans women from around the country about what life looks like in 2025.

... and Ewen Spencer, whose new book collates the photographs he took for the TV show's 2006 campaign. “I think British kids are probably the best at having a good time,” he says. Too right.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Lorde, Ledbyher, Alex G and Nina Cristante.

The pair star in Durga Chew-Bose’s intoxicating, ASMR-worthy adaptation of Françoise Sagan’s cult 1954 novel. Now, they’re basically best mates.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Blumitsu, Avery Tucker, Mark William Lewis and HiTech.

The actor and writer has come a long way from home brewing stinky beer to impress her uni mates. Now, she’s in Benito Skinner’s new TV show Overcompensating, essentially playing a younger version of herself. It’s well worth a watch.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Arca, Acopia, Wolf Alice and Alessi Rose.

The prolific comedian self-published Running the Light in 2020 to critical acclaim (and some derision). Ahead of its re-release, author Megan Nolan speaks to Tallent about Irish humour, bad gigs and annoying Louis C.K.

The Liverpool-raised actor tells us about making BBC mob drama This City Is Ours – a tale of missing coke, car chases, shoot outs and… line-dancing.

The Belgian three-dayer has some of the most credible DJs, surreal stages and an art programme you actually want to see.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Lorde, Isabella Lovestory, Nia Archives, Fine and Lixo.

From dubstep rollers to percussive jazz, the 24-year-old has a reputation for being one of Brussels’ most eclectic record-spinners.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: BXKS, Snuggle, Joviale and Heavy Lungs.

Guide to Modern Living: The A.K. and Jai Paul approved musician loves a niche YouTube video, is surprisingly accident prone and used to be a fireman. Piqued your interest?

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Turnstile, Sherelle, Sorry and Deela.

An age gap thriller, zombies, lustful deceit in the south of France, CEO aliens and Chloë Sevigny x 2, all for your viewing pleasure.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: 2hollis, Fakemink, Rosie Lowe and Jawnino.

Guide to Modern Living: The Glasgwegian cyberfolk duo share their wisdom on the internet, superstition and doing drugs at the dinner table.

Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Bb trickz, Avalon Emerson, YT and MJ Lenderman.

Also on Rated by THE FACE: Nettspend, Plaqueboymax, Debby Friday and Bodur.