Born in May 1984 in Manchester, England, she is a British-American actress renowned for her versatile roles in film and television. She gained prominence with her award-winning performance in the 2019 film "Little Joe," which earned her the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival. Educated at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, she has also appeared in popular series such as "Into the Badlands" and films like "Cruella." Her career is marked by a blend of indie projects and mainstream success.