Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Contributing Writer

Was online: August 30 at 1:16 pm Last date of publication: August 30, 2026 2:00 pm Number of publications: 2558
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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

This $461M Chinese War Drama Is One of the Highest-Grossing Movies of 2020 You Missed
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This $461M Chinese War Drama Is One of the Highest-Grossing Movies of 2020 You Missed
It proved that quality cinema can find its way to viewers even in the most difficult circumstances.
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Reacher "Got It Wrong" in Season 4 Episode 5: What Happened to Lila & Amisha?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Reacher "Got It Wrong" in Season 4 Episode 5: What Happened to Lila & Amisha?
Now, every step Reacher takes could prove fatal.
If You Loved 'Tony', Don't Miss These 5 Upcoming Biopics That Are Already Generating Oscar Buzz
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
If You Loved 'Tony', Don't Miss These 5 Upcoming Biopics That Are Already Generating Oscar Buzz
The biopic, one of the oldest genres, is experiencing a new wave of popularity.
5 Book-To-Screen Projects That Fans Are Desperately Waiting For – and You Should Too
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Book-To-Screen Projects That Fans Are Desperately Waiting For – and You Should Too
It's time to mark your calendars.
Benny Safdie's Favorite Movie? It's Not Some Deep Drama, but a Cheesy Comedy: "It Just Was on Repeat"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Benny Safdie's Favorite Movie? It's Not Some Deep Drama, but a Cheesy Comedy: "It Just Was on Repeat"
And we bet you love this one, too.
'MobLand' Season 2 and 4 Other TV Series to Look Forward to in Fall 2026
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'MobLand' Season 2 and 4 Other TV Series to Look Forward to in Fall 2026
Tom Hardy's criminal exploits and a grand return to Middle-earth.
Jesse Eisenberg Was Forced to Reshoot This Wes Craven Movie – and It Still Only Got 16% on RT
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Jesse Eisenberg Was Forced to Reshoot This Wes Craven Movie – and It Still Only Got 16% on RT
Even acclaimed directors' productions sometimes go awry.
Wes Craven Created Nightmares, but This Little-Known Drama With 2 Oscar Nods Is His True Surprise
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Wes Craven Created Nightmares, but This Little-Known Drama With 2 Oscar Nods Is His True Surprise
This movie proves that Craven's talent extended far beyond gory slashers.
5 Gripping Survival Thrillers to Watch While Waiting for 'Fall 2: Deadpoint', Ranked by RT
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Gripping Survival Thrillers to Watch While Waiting for 'Fall 2: Deadpoint', Ranked by RT
Sometimes our worst enemy is limited space and our own fear.
Wes Anderson's Best Work Isn't 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' – It's This Stopmotion Gem
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Wes Anderson's Best Work Isn't 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' – It's This Stopmotion Gem
The story, brought to life through clay and wire, proved to be more human and witty than many of his live-action films.