Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: August 23 at 3:16 pm Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: August 23, 2025 4:00 pm Number of publications: 869
Team Startefacts

Julia is a writer at Startefacts, who has been with the team since the inception in 2022. 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
  • 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

I've Rewatched This Perfect Medical Drama 3 Times – Now It's Finally Blowing up on HBO Max
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
I've Rewatched This Perfect Medical Drama 3 Times – Now It's Finally Blowing up on HBO Max
The Knick was made by Steven Soderbergh, received almost perfect reviews, yet it has never been popular with viewers. Here's why it's a must-see for those who aren't afraid of raw medical shows.
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All 4 'Eyes of Wakanda' Episodes, Ranked From 'Skip It' to 'Not-So-Bad'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
All 4 'Eyes of Wakanda' Episodes, Ranked From 'Skip It' to 'Not-So-Bad'
Not sure which Eyes of Wakanda episodes are worth your time? We have the answer.
'War of the Worlds': Why Everyone's Talking About It & Why It's So Bad
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'War of the Worlds': Why Everyone's Talking About It & Why It's So Bad
Have you still not watched the worst movie of 2025? Don't worry, I've watched it for you. Here's why it's such a disaster.
There's Nothing Like 'Berserk', but These 8 Anime Titles Almost Reached Its Level
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
There's Nothing Like 'Berserk', but These 8 Anime Titles Almost Reached Its Level
Battles, pain, betrayal, overcoming oneself, and all the things we love about Berserk – these titles have it all.
I Watched 'Eyes of Wakanda', and It's Nowhere Near as Good as the Critics Say
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
I Watched 'Eyes of Wakanda', and It's Nowhere Near as Good as the Critics Say
Eyes of Wakanda had many chances to become a promising project but blew them all, and you can't convince me otherwise.
Does James Seadown Die in 'The Buccaneers'?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Does James Seadown Die in 'The Buccaneers'?
We know exactly why this question bothers you, and we already have an answer.
I've Waited for 'My Oxford Year', and It Betrayed Every Single One of My Expectations
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
I've Waited for 'My Oxford Year', and It Betrayed Every Single One of My Expectations
Who doesn't love teen melodramas? With settings on university campuses and touching first love, they're hard to resist. But My Oxford Year is impossible to fall in love with.
Which 'The Buccaneers' Character Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Which 'The Buccaneers' Character Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
Do you feel a connection to a particular The Buccaneers character? Maybe it's because you share the same zodiac sign.
8 Forgotten Horrors That Deserve a Remake Instead of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Forgotten Horrors That Deserve a Remake Instead of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer'
These lesser-known but brilliant horror gems would shine even more brightly as remakes if given a chance.
This Anime Adaptation Is So Bad It Has 0.9 on Letterboxd (But Deserves Even Less)
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Anime Adaptation Is So Bad It Has 0.9 on Letterboxd (But Deserves Even Less)
And even 16 years after its release, no one has been able to break this anti-record.