Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: December 26 at 9:16 am Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: December 26, 2025 10:00 am Number of publications: 1412
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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

Miss 'Downton Abbey'? Watch This 2025 Period Drama Satire Starring Tom Felton
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Miss 'Downton Abbey'? Watch This 2025 Period Drama Satire Starring Tom Felton
This is the perfect pick for those who love the atmosphere of old English estates but want to see them in a new, playful light.
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Before Its Hopeful Finale, 'Edge of Tomorrow' Almost Ended in Total Tragedy
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Before Its Hopeful Finale, 'Edge of Tomorrow' Almost Ended in Total Tragedy
It was a conscious choice to seek catharsis instead of ultimate despair.
'Materialists' And 4 Other Best Melodramas Released in 2025, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Materialists' And 4 Other Best Melodramas Released in 2025, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
These movies speak the universal language of emotion.
Not Only 'A Christmas Carol': 8 Best Charles Dickens Adaptations, Ranked by IMDb
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Not Only 'A Christmas Carol': 8 Best Charles Dickens Adaptations, Ranked by IMDb
This is a journey into a world where Victorian England is brought to life, showcasing its splendor and contradictions.
'Hannibal' Creator's First-Ever Movie Is the Perfect Fantasy Horror to Watch Before Christmas
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Hannibal' Creator's First-Ever Movie Is the Perfect Fantasy Horror to Watch Before Christmas
Following the tradition of quirky 80s family movies, this flick creates a special magical world that you want to believe in.
All 6 Stephen King Adaptations Released in 2025, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
All 6 Stephen King Adaptations Released in 2025, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
From high-quality series to intimate psychological thrillers.
Everything You Need to Know About Michael Mann's 'Heat 2': Plot, Cast & Release Date
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Everything You Need to Know About Michael Mann's 'Heat 2': Plot, Cast & Release Date
One of the greatest crime movies is on its way back to the big screen.
5 Best Fantasy TV Series to Binge if You Still Miss 'Lucifer'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Best Fantasy TV Series to Binge if You Still Miss 'Lucifer'
These projects blend police procedurals with the supernatural and mythology.
5 Most Talked-About True Crime Series Released in 2025, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Most Talked-About True Crime Series Released in 2025, Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
Year after year, the true crime genre remains terrifyingly appealing.
5 Best Edgar Wright Movies That Are Definitely Better Than 'The Running Man'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Best Edgar Wright Movies That Are Definitely Better Than 'The Running Man'
These projects demonstrate why Wright is regarded as one of the most innovative modern filmmakers.