The best Christmas gifts for bookworms
A book says a thousand words. From side-splitting nonfiction and zines, to proper escapism and bonafide witchcraft, there’s something for everyone in our handy guide.
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Six Black westerns to watch after The Harder They Fall
On the hunt for more Black cowboy films after watching Netflix’s star-studded flick? We rounded up a Black westerns expert for recommendations. Saddle up.
The ultimate art gifts for Christmas
Nothing says I care like gifting your loved ones with art. It’s thoughtful, cool and will have you looking hyper cultured. And when The Big Day gets too much (nan’s pissed, turkey was crap, dad’s asleep), retreat to a corner of the house and immerse yourself in any of these stellar selections.
Gia Coppola on family, filmmaking and the dark side of internet stardom
The Los Angeles-based director swipes up on her second feature, Mainstream, "a cautionary fairytale" about social media fame, delusion and excess.
Good art, good mates, good times at NYC’s Public Access Gallery
Artist and curator Leif Jones has joined forces with Leo Fitzpatrick’s experimental space to put on Night Light, a show all about community, friendship and stellar art.
Don’t miss these five films and TV shows next week
Screen Time: The best new watches to keep you company from 5th November onwards.
Fenn O’Meally’s new short is an energetic snapshot of London and her loved ones
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The art book bringing temporary tattoos back to life
From tribal tatts to acid rave smileys, Manon Macasaet’s I <3 TATTOO features custom-made, temporary ink from some of New York City’s most exciting artists.
Pete Davidson is just hot, actually
We’re in the era of the skinny, sickly-looking man and, with Kim Kardashian on his arm, Pete Davidson is winning.
London through the eyes of its local residents
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Spencer’s radical take on the Princess Diana myth
Director Pablo Larraín wanted to analyse an icon that gripped even his mum in ’90s Chile. But what does that have to do with Billie Eilish?
Original Pirates Material: Reggie Yates on his directorial debut
The first feature film from TV presenting stalwart Reggie Yates is a love letter to the UK garage culture that helped make him. Do you really like it? Is it, is it wicked? “Yes!” is the director of Pirates’ emphatic reply.
Five of the best new photobooks from Japan
Dystopian disturbia, club night nostalgia, turbulent takes on family time and LOADS more. These books will blow your mind.
Eternals assemble… with the galaxy’s biggest boyband hero?
Director Chloé Zhao and star Kumail Nanjiani discuss the MCU’s new direction. But not, pointedly, One Direction…
Race, colourism and radical storytelling: Rebecca Hall and Ruth Negga on Passing
Rebecca Hall’s adaptation of Nella Larsen’s 1929 novel sparked heated debate before it was even released. Here, the actor-turned-director and the film’s star explain why the story still resonates today.
Five films and TV shows to see you through Halloween weekend
Screen Time: From Ava DuVernay and Colin Kaepernick’s new series to Last Night In Soho, there are plenty of treats (and occasional tricks) on offer.
Jamie Demetriou’s Stath Lets Flats is a love letter to Greek culture
The writer and actor who plays a London estate agent gives an insight into the third series of the multi Bafta award-winning comedy.
These photographs capture Gen Z women as they navigate adulthood
Photographer Guen Fiore and stylist Rubina Vita Marchiori have teamed up on GIRLS, a series of intimate portraits documenting women in their early twenties.
The 10 best old school rave flyers you’ve never seen
Phatmedia comprises the internet’s largest database of old school rave flyers. From acid house to happy hardcore, here’s the best of British party art.
Storytime with Juergen Teller: “I had to go to the extreme”
To mark the release of his new book, Donkey Man and Other Stories, THE FACE chats to the photographer about fashion, family, naked pictures, celebrities and the ethics of shooting raw portraits.
Meet the Pokémon creators carving out communities online
From video game champions to YouTube innovators, THE FACE meets the Pokémon players who have used Satoshi Tajiri's fictional world to create lasting, IRL bonds.
Five films and TV shows to hibernate with this week
Screen Time: Spend the next seven days in your natural habitat: on the sofa, with a cuppa, watching TV.
The case for The Muppet Lord of the Rings
The Muppet Lord of the Rings does not exist – although it is evident to any respectable individual that it should.
Dune director Denis Villeneuve on taking Timothée and Zendaya to the stars and back
An epic sci-fi for people who don’t like sci-fi – that’s only one of this brilliant film’s achievements. Buckle up and settle back for the intergalactic ride of your life.