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

Ross Duffer Shares an Exciting Update on 'Stranger Things' Finale: "Craziest Cold Open"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Ross Duffer Shares an Exciting Update on 'Stranger Things' Finale: "Craziest Cold Open"
Season 5 of Stranger Things will be a grand finale to the story that has spanned nearly a decade, and here's what one of the creators has to share.
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8 Best Fantasy Shows About Elves to Binge While Waiting for 'The Rings of Power' Season 3
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Best Fantasy Shows About Elves to Binge While Waiting for 'The Rings of Power' Season 3
There aren't many TV shows about elves and fairies, but we've chosen the most worthy ones, ranging from dark thrillers to romantic fantasies.
There're Dozens of Isekai Anime, but I Gave Only These 8 New Titles a Perfect 10/10
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
There're Dozens of Isekai Anime, but I Gave Only These 8 New Titles a Perfect 10/10
Here, characters venture into other worlds, and rewrite their fate. Sometimes they do so with a sword in hand, and other times – with a book about medicinal herbs.
Forget 'Kimi ni Todoke', This New Anime With 8.8 on IMDb Is the Best Romantic Title of 2025
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Forget 'Kimi ni Todoke', This New Anime With 8.8 on IMDb Is the Best Romantic Title of 2025
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity is a modern-day Romeo and Juliet story, but instead of feuding families, there's a feud between two schools. Here's why it is a must-see for all romance fans.
These 8 Movies Are 10/10, but I Won't Recommend Them to Anyone (They're Traumatizing)
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
These 8 Movies Are 10/10, but I Won't Recommend Them to Anyone (They're Traumatizing)
Here are recognized masterpieces and forgotten gems that will definitely leave an unforgettable impression on you. But will it be worth it?
8 Lee Byung-hun's Best Movies to Watch While Waiting for 'No Other Choice'
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
8 Lee Byung-hun's Best Movies to Watch While Waiting for 'No Other Choice'
Loved him as the Front Man in Squid Game? Then it's time to delve deeper into Lee Byung-hun's filmography.
This Axed Masterpiece Nailed Love & Heartbreak Like No Other Show – And It Deserved Better
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This Axed Masterpiece Nailed Love & Heartbreak Like No Other Show – And It Deserved Better
If love were a TV series, it would be High Fidelity – Hulu's most overlooked gem, canceled after one season. Here's why it's a must-see for all fans of real, raw, and sincere love stories.
I've Watched More Than 100 Horror Films, and This Korean Found Footage Gem Is the Scariest One Ever
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
I've Watched More Than 100 Horror Films, and This Korean Found Footage Gem Is the Scariest One Ever
If you thought no horror movie could scare you anymore, it's time to check out the most bone-chilling found-footage movie from South Korea.
'Emily in Paris' Actor Admits Being Fired From the Show Destroyed Him: "It Was a Tragedy"
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Emily in Paris' Actor Admits Being Fired From the Show Destroyed Him: "It Was a Tragedy"
Rupert Everett had a small role in Emily in Paris Season 4, but the news that he won't be appearing in Season 5 was tough. Here's what the actor himself had to say.
This 100%-Rated Hidden Gem Is the Best Dark Fantasy Movie in Years & No One's Talking About It
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
This 100%-Rated Hidden Gem Is the Best Dark Fantasy Movie in Years & No One's Talking About It
Miss the good old days of dark fantasy on the big screen? Irati is a must-see for fans of the genre and The Lord of the Rings, and here's why.