Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: June 3 at 1:16 pm Last date of publication: June 3, 2026 2:00 pm Number of publications: 2153
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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

Is 'Backrooms' Actually as Good as Everyone Says? Yes, and Even Better
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Is 'Backrooms' Actually as Good as Everyone Says? Yes, and Even Better
It's a disturbing, visually expressive, and repulsively beautiful horror gem that explores the fears of a generation raised on the edge of reality and virtuality.
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Ruairi O'Connor (Orpheus) From: The Sandman

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5 Best Teen Movies That Capture the Perfect Summer Feeling, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Best Teen Movies That Capture the Perfect Summer Feeling, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
Films about first love, betrayal by friends, bitter disappointment, and sudden self-discovery.
HBO's 'Harry Potter' Series Will Feature an Unexpected Character Who Didn't Appear in the Movies
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
HBO's 'Harry Potter' Series Will Feature an Unexpected Character Who Didn't Appear in the Movies
This casting choice highlights the showrunners' commitment to staying true to the books and incorporating elements that were previously left behind the scenes.
'Euphoria' Says Goodbye: Did the Finale Redeem a Flawed Final Season or Make Things Worse?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Euphoria' Says Goodbye: Did the Finale Redeem a Flawed Final Season or Make Things Worse?
One good episode can't fix a bad season, but the finale of Euphoria almost did.
Speleophobia Alert: 5 Most Claustrophobic Cave Horror Movies, Ranked by IMDb
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Speleophobia Alert: 5 Most Claustrophobic Cave Horror Movies, Ranked by IMDb
There is no way out and each turn in the tunnel could mean death.
This Real-Life Drama With 'The Crown' Favorite Is a Quiet Masterpiece About Grief & Healing
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Real-Life Drama With 'The Crown' Favorite Is a Quiet Masterpiece About Grief & Healing
The film offers no easy answers but, thanks to the powerful performances, leaves a deep impression.
Not Only 'Les Misérables': 5 Best Adaptations of Broadway Musicals, Ranked by IMDb
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Not Only 'Les Misérables': 5 Best Adaptations of Broadway Musicals, Ranked by IMDb
From cult classic adaptations to wild experiments.
Can't Stop Thinking About 'Obsession'? Then Watch This Chilling Thriller With a 'Longlegs' Star
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Can't Stop Thinking About 'Obsession'? Then Watch This Chilling Thriller With a 'Longlegs' Star
It makes you feel exactly what the main character feels: helplessness, suspicion, and an ever-growing certainty that you are being watched.
This Robin Williams Fantasy Drama Received Only 51% on RT – But It Deserves So Much More
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Robin Williams Fantasy Drama Received Only 51% on RT – But It Deserves So Much More
While critics were indifferent, this film certainly deserves much higher praise.
'Your Friends & Neighbors' Star's New Movie Is a Charming Romantic Comedy You Can't Miss
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Your Friends & Neighbors' Star's New Movie Is a Charming Romantic Comedy You Can't Miss
It's a touching statement about growing up, anxiety, and the gap between expectations and reality.