Julia Talakh

Julia Talakh

Was online: January 12 at 1:16 pm Last date of publication: January 12, 2026 2:00 pm Number of publications: 1486
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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

Apple TV+'s #1 Arsonist Drama Based on Real Events Is a Perfect Pick for 'Chicago Fire' Fans
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Apple TV+'s #1 Arsonist Drama Based on Real Events Is a Perfect Pick for 'Chicago Fire' Fans
Smoke, the new project from the creator of Black Bird, is the perfect replacement for fans waiting for the 14th season of Chicago Fire, and here's why.
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'Squid Game' Season 3: Who Did Cate Blanchett Play, Explained
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Squid Game' Season 3: Who Did Cate Blanchett Play, Explained
The finale of Squid Game had many surprising moments, but the most unexpected was Cate Blanchett's appearance. Here's who she played and why her appearance in the Squid Game universe may not be limited to one cameo.
'Squid Game' Season 3 Finale: Who Stole Seong Gi-hun's Money, Explained
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Squid Game' Season 3 Finale: Who Stole Seong Gi-hun's Money, Explained
Although we did not see the thief's face, we can pretty much figure out who it was and why he did it.
'Squid Game' Season 3 Is a Greedy, Soulless Mess – And Yes, It Deserves That 51% on RT
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
'Squid Game' Season 3 Is a Greedy, Soulless Mess – And Yes, It Deserves That 51% on RT
Season 3 of Squid Game was supposed to be a triumphant finale to one of Netflix's most outstanding projects. Instead, it became its biggest disappointment. Here's why everything went wrong, even before Season 2 was released.
Forget Marge's Death: 8 'The Simpsons' Darkest Episodes That Pushed the Limits
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Forget Marge's Death: 8 'The Simpsons' Darkest Episodes That Pushed the Limits
Ned's dark and traumatic past, Homer's emotional breakdown and other episodes that will definitely not make you laugh.
Mariska Hargitay Reveals When 'Law & Order: SVU' Will Make Bensler Official
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Mariska Hargitay Reveals When 'Law & Order: SVU' Will Make Bensler Official
Have you been waiting all these years for Olivia and Elliot to finally get together? Mariska Hargitay might just have the news for you.
9 Most Rewatchable 'The Bear' Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
9 Most Rewatchable 'The Bear' Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
Only the most emotional, gripping, and life-affirming episodes can heal the wound left by Season 4.
Too Much for Kids? Real Reason These 2 'SpongeBob SquarePants' Episodes Were Banned
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
Too Much for Kids? Real Reason These 2 'SpongeBob SquarePants' Episodes Were Banned
SpongeBob SquarePants has a huge adult fan base, yet the show usually stays within the bounds of kid-friendly content. However, that is not the case with these episodes.
5 Quentin Tarantino's Favorite Westerns That Secretly Shaped His Movies, Ranked by IMDb
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
5 Quentin Tarantino's Favorite Westerns That Secretly Shaped His Movies, Ranked by IMDb
Here are masterpieces that were so good that they influenced Tarantino's works.
9 Years Ago, 'Coraline's Creators Released a 97%-Rated Fantasy Gem for Kids & You Missed It
Julia Talakh
Julia Talakh
9 Years Ago, 'Coraline's Creators Released a 97%-Rated Fantasy Gem for Kids & You Missed It
If you've been looking for an animated movie that amuses and makes you think like Coco, then Kubo and the Two Strings is the perfect pick. Here's why it will be a real treat for adults and kids alike.