Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: April 20 at 12:16 pm Last date of publication: April 20, 2026 1:00 pm Number of publications: 1953
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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

Prime Video's #1 Hit Has 44% on RT, but It's Actually One of Nicole Kidman's Worst Career Moves
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Prime Video's #1 Hit Has 44% on RT, but It's Actually One of Nicole Kidman's Worst Career Moves
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'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 3 Episode 10 Explained: Who Is Fumihiko Takaba & How Is He Connected to 'Naruto'?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 3 Episode 10 Explained: Who Is Fumihiko Takaba & How Is He Connected to 'Naruto'?
The tenth episode ended at the most interesting point.
Don't Let 85% on RT Fool You: 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' Season 2 Is a Total Waste of Time
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Don't Let 85% on RT Fool You: 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' Season 2 Is a Total Waste of Time
Here's why even dedicated fans of the universe might want to skip this one.
8 Oscar-Winning Movies of the 21st Century That Critics Can't Stop Praising, Ranked by RT
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Oscar-Winning Movies of the 21st Century That Critics Can't Stop Praising, Ranked by RT
These films captivated everyone, from strict critics to ordinary viewers.
5 Movies the Oscars 2026 Got Wrong by Leaving Them Out of the Nominees List
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Movies the Oscars 2026 Got Wrong by Leaving Them Out of the Nominees List
While some films easily made the shortlists, others – equally deserving – went unnoticed.
Loved 'Train Dreams'? Watch This 7-Year-Old Masterpiece It Was Likely Inspired By
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Loved 'Train Dreams'? Watch This 7-Year-Old Masterpiece It Was Likely Inspired By
This is a movie that you don't just want to watch, you want to experience it.
Rosamund Pike Reveals This 18%-Rated Game Adaptation "Could Have Ended" Her Career
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Rosamund Pike Reveals This 18%-Rated Game Adaptation "Could Have Ended" Her Career
The actress still recalls this experience with a shudder.
Everything You Need to Know About 'The Boys' Before Watching Season 5: Release Date, Plot & More
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Everything You Need to Know About 'The Boys' Before Watching Season 5: Release Date, Plot & More
The darkest superhero saga of our time is almost over.
5 Times the Oscars Picked the Wrong Movie for Best Picture (And We're Still Mad About It)
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Times the Oscars Picked the Wrong Movie for Best Picture (And We're Still Mad About It)
The list could be much longer.
This Colin Farrell Forgotten Gem Is the Hitchcock Thriller That Never Happened
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Colin Farrell Forgotten Gem Is the Hitchcock Thriller That Never Happened
A good thriller doesn't require a million-dollar budget – just one phone booth, one actor, and a director who knows how to build suspense.