Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: January 18 at 10:16 am Last date of publication: January 18, 2026 11:00 am Number of publications: 1513
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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

3 Years Ago, Netflix Released Its Best Anime With 100% on RT & You Didn't Even Notice
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
3 Years Ago, Netflix Released Its Best Anime With 100% on RT & You Didn't Even Notice
This anime speaks to its audience in a mature way, offering genuine intellectual and emotional substance, not just entertainment.
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The Only 'Aliens' Sequel James Cameron Likes Is Not Even a Film: "DNA From My Movie"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
The Only 'Aliens' Sequel James Cameron Likes Is Not Even a Film: "DNA From My Movie"
This project avoided simple repetition, instead becoming a tribute to the classic with a bold new look at its mythology.
One Martin Scorsese Movie With 93% on RT Everyone Hated Upon Release: "Previews Were Terrible"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
One Martin Scorsese Movie With 93% on RT Everyone Hated Upon Release: "Previews Were Terrible"
But time puts everything in its place.
8 Best Martial Arts Movies to Watch While Waiting for 'Street Fighter'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Best Martial Arts Movies to Watch While Waiting for 'Street Fighter'
From legendary works by Bruce Lee and iconic Hong Kong films, to projects with Jackie Chan and Jean-Claude Van Damme.
Andy Serkis Says He Could Watch This 90%-Rated Drama Over and Over Again: "Adore That Film"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Andy Serkis Says He Could Watch This 90%-Rated Drama Over and Over Again: "Adore That Film"
And it is a rather unexpected choice.
Tom Hanks Loved This Sci-Fi Movie So Much He Saw It 22 Times: "There Was Just Awe"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Tom Hanks Loved This Sci-Fi Movie So Much He Saw It 22 Times: "There Was Just Awe"
This is an attempt to understand artificial intelligence, life, death, rebirth, and humanity's path.
'Pluribus' Sources of Inspiration: 5 Movies That Influenced Vince Gilligan & the Show Itself
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Pluribus' Sources of Inspiration: 5 Movies That Influenced Vince Gilligan & the Show Itself
It is a map of the ideas, visual solutions, and narrative approaches that formed the basis of Pluribus.
8 Steven Spielberg Favorite Movies to Watch While Waiting for 'Disclosure Day'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Steven Spielberg Favorite Movies to Watch While Waiting for 'Disclosure Day'
From the classical masterpieces that shaped his taste to movies that echo his favorite topic of cosmic mysteries.
This 96%-Rated Hidden Gem Is the Best TV Series About Devs Since 'The IT Crowd'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This 96%-Rated Hidden Gem Is the Best TV Series About Devs Since 'The IT Crowd'
It's a story about people trying to do something great without killing each other.
If You're Still Sad 'Stranger Things' Is Over, Watch This Overlooked Mystery Drama
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
If You're Still Sad 'Stranger Things' Is Over, Watch This Overlooked Mystery Drama
This show is a reimagining of the scandalous story of a real nine-year-old investigative journalist.