Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: April 12 at 12:16 pm Last date of publication: April 12, 2026 1:00 pm Number of publications: 1915
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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

Loved 'The Drama'? Here're 8 More Movies & TV Series Where Weddings Go Horribly Wrong
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Loved 'The Drama'? Here're 8 More Movies & TV Series Where Weddings Go Horribly Wrong
From bloody horrors to black comedies and psychological thrillers.
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'Spider-Man: Brand New Day': Plot, Release Date & Everything We Know About the Upcoming Movie
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day': Plot, Release Date & Everything We Know About the Upcoming Movie
We will be treated not just to a sequel, but to a reimagining of the entire story.
20 Years Later, This Anime With 8.5 on IMDb Remains the Best Coming-Of-Age Title Ever Made
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
20 Years Later, This Anime With 8.5 on IMDb Remains the Best Coming-Of-Age Title Ever Made
The title addresses the idea that youth, friendship, and love are not endless and that dreams, even when fulfilled, don't always bring expected happiness.
The Ultimate Nordic Cinema Guide: 5 Best Scandinavian Movies to Watch This Weekend
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
The Ultimate Nordic Cinema Guide: 5 Best Scandinavian Movies to Watch This Weekend
From chilling noir to warm, (almost) cozy comedies.
5 High-Rated Movies Under 90 Minutes That Don't Waste a Second, Ranked by RT
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 High-Rated Movies Under 90 Minutes That Don't Waste a Second, Ranked by RT
There is no sluggish dialogue, pointless flashbacks, or drawn-out exposition.
This Overlooked Crime Show Is What Would Happen if 'Ghost' Turned Into a Murder Investigation
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Overlooked Crime Show Is What Would Happen if 'Ghost' Turned Into a Murder Investigation
Here, a complex investigation juxtaposes a story of lost love.
Before They Were Stars: 5 Little-Known Debut Movies of Hollywood's Biggest Names
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Before They Were Stars: 5 Little-Known Debut Movies of Hollywood's Biggest Names
These projects marked the beginning of their path to fame.
8 Low-Budget Masterpieces That Didn't Need Millions of Dollars to Become Classics
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Low-Budget Masterpieces That Didn't Need Millions of Dollars to Become Classics
Genius isn't measured in dollars.
Everything You Need to Know About 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping': Plot, Cast & More
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Everything You Need to Know About 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping': Plot, Cast & More
The movie is the second prequel in the series that depicts the legendary 50s Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell.
This Unsettling Debut Is Proof That You Don't Need a Big Budget to Make a Lasting Horror Impression
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Unsettling Debut Is Proof That You Don't Need a Big Budget to Make a Lasting Horror Impression
In its cold detachment, this horror movie is reminiscent of the films of Michael Haneke.