Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: January 19 at 10:16 am Last date of publication: January 19, 2026 11:00 am Number of publications: 1518
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Julia – freelance writer.

She is a huge fan of everything Damien Chazelle does. And Robert Eggers. And Luca Guadagnino. Well, it’s hard to pick one. Her main areas of interest are offbeat horror, large-scale TV dramas, and 2000s rom-coms. She loves well-thought-out characters who might make you throw the remote at the TV but won't raise any questions about their motivation – yes, Livia Soprano, we're talking about you. Julia's main activity while watching a movie or TV show is crying: at the magnificence of the moment when Théoden screams "Death!", at the opening song in La La Land, at the grand finale of Dark, and at Rust Cohle's monologues in True Detective.

Experience

  • Over 3 years in entertainment news as a contributing writer
  • Organized the premiere and Q&A with the director of the film The Anger (2021) in Saint Petersburg

Expertise & favorite media

  • New releases
  • Celebrity news
  • Anime (Chainsaw Man, Berserk, Attack on Titan)
  • Movies by Robert Eggers, Damien Chazelle, and Luca Guadagnino

Education

Bachelors' degree in Asian and African Studies, History of China (Saint Petersburg State University)

Latest News by Julia Talakh

George R.R. Martin Slams 'House of the Dragon' Creator & Gives Update on 'The Winds of Winter': "It's Abysmal"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
George R.R. Martin Slams 'House of the Dragon' Creator & Gives Update on 'The Winds of Winter': "It's Abysmal"
George R.R. Martin candidly answered the most pressing questions about his universe.
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'Agatha Christie's Seven Dials' Is a #2 Hit On Netflix, but Is the New Detective Show Worth Watching?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Agatha Christie's Seven Dials' Is a #2 Hit On Netflix, but Is the New Detective Show Worth Watching?
This adaptation doesn't seem to claim to be a classic.
This Prime Video Buddy Comedy Is a Perfect Pick for Those Who Miss 'Reacher' & Alan Ritchson
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Prime Video Buddy Comedy Is a Perfect Pick for Those Who Miss 'Reacher' & Alan Ritchson
This movie shows that sharing an absurd adventure and laughing at yourself are sometimes the solutions to life's problems.
5 Most Addictive Period Dramas to Binge if You Miss 'Downton Abbey'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Most Addictive Period Dramas to Binge if You Miss 'Downton Abbey'
Serious passions are raging behind the luxurious facades of these mansions.
Naomi Watts Knew This 7%-Rated Movie Was Going to Fail From the Very Start: "There Were Problems"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Naomi Watts Knew This 7%-Rated Movie Was Going to Fail From the Very Start: "There Were Problems"
This movie illustrates how a vivid, real-life biography can be transformed into an unconvincing soap opera.
5 Anime Titles to Binge if You Liked 'Campfire Cooking in Another World With My Absurd Skill'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Anime Titles to Binge if You Liked 'Campfire Cooking in Another World With My Absurd Skill'
These titles strike a balance between fantasy, adventure, light humor, and a cozy atmosphere.
Everything You Need to Know About 'John Wick: Under the High Table': Plot, Release Date & More
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Everything You Need to Know About 'John Wick: Under the High Table': Plot, Release Date & More
Details about the project are being kept under wraps for now.
5 Horror Movies About Small Towns & Kids to Watch if You Liked 'It: Welcome to Derry'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Horror Movies About Small Towns & Kids to Watch if You Liked 'It: Welcome to Derry'
These works transport us to eerie towns where young heroes must confront inexplicable horrors and truly grow up.
'28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' Is Finally Here: Is the New Horror Hit Worth Watching?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' Is Finally Here: Is the New Horror Hit Worth Watching?
This is not only a worthy sequel, but also a bold authorial statement.
4 Facts That Will Make You Wait for 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Even Harder
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
4 Facts That Will Make You Wait for 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Even Harder
HBO is preparing for a return to the heart of Westeros, but this time with a completely different tone.