Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: July 6 at 7:01 pm Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: July 6, 2025 7:45 pm Number of publications: 897
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Violetta is a news writer at Startefacts who has joined the team in 2023 with a focus on celebrity news, explainers, and movie reviews.

An amateur-turned-professional cinephile who still hasn’t decided on her favorite film, Violetta finds joy in good old musicals, Martin Scorsese’s epic films, and, well, the captivating melancholy of Paul Mescal’s 24/7 depressed characters. But movies aren’t her only passion. In between suffering through long hiatuses (hi, House of the Dragon and Stranger Things), Violetta has plenty of time to dive into other series. White Lotus? Watching that. Only Murders in the Building? More like only binging in the building. The Last of Us? That's a detour from her usual genre preferences, but a great one. And of course, the all-time favorite Desperate Housewives, because nothing can beat revisiting the classics. Violetta keeps a curated watchlist while constantly seeking fresh gems on streaming platforms, and why yes, she will tell you all about them.

Experience

  • Over 2 years in entertainment news
  • 1 year of internships at film studios and at the Russian Film Festival in Paris
  • Over 2 years of reporting for Startefacts, Kinoafisha.info, SRSLY

Expertise & favorite media

  • The Hunger Games franchise
  • The MCU and Star Wars universe
  • Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon
  • New series on streaming (The White Lotus, Only Murders in the Building, The Last of Us, Severance
  • Classic series (Desperate Housewives, Sex and the City)

Education

  • Bachelors' degree in Journalism (Moscow State University)
  • Cinema history at Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne University

 

 

Latest News by Violetta Efimova

Do Seth Rogen and Ike Barinholtz Have a Movie Together?
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Do Seth Rogen and Ike Barinholtz Have a Movie Together?
The actors became an iconic boss duo on The Studio’s season 1, but they were on-screen best buddies long before Apple TV+’s hit satire show. Here’s what movie (and its sequel) both Seth Rogen and Ike Barinholtz starred in.
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Mike Flanagan Explains Why ‘The Dark Tower’ Show Is Taking So Long: “It’s Like Building an Oil Tanker”
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Mike Flanagan Explains Why ‘The Dark Tower’ Show Is Taking So Long: “It’s Like Building an Oil Tanker”
A TV adaptation for King’s epic book series is far from being one of Mike Flanagan’s upcoming releases, but his recent update might be even better news than a premiere date announcement. Here’s what Flanagan had to say about his progress on The Dark Tower.
Who Really Killed Paul in ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’? Season 1 Finale Twist, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Who Really Killed Paul in ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’? Season 1 Finale Twist, Explained
All the allegations against Jon Hamm’s Coop were proved to be wrong in Your Friends and Neighbours’ season 1 ending; however, Paul’s real murderer also turned out to be a surprising plot twist. Here’s what happened in the show’s season 1 finale.
Quentin Tarantino Defends One of 2024’s Biggest Box Office Flops: “I Really Got Caught Up Into It”
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Quentin Tarantino Defends One of 2024’s Biggest Box Office Flops: “I Really Got Caught Up Into It”
Todd Phillips’ failed superhero movie might not have many fans right now, but it can at least count on Quentin Tarantino’s vote — here’s why the director praises it as one of the best movies released in recent years.
11 Perfect Movies According to Quentin Tarantino, Ranked From Great to Greatest
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Violetta Efimova
11 Perfect Movies According to Quentin Tarantino, Ranked From Great to Greatest
Over the years, Quentin Tarantino has declared his love to a whole list of movies, but there’s a little part of that list which the director considers just flawless. Here are some of Tarantino’s recommendations in case you’ve been looking for a movie tonight.
Does Seth Rogen Have a Christmas Movie? Yes, and It’s Wild
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Violetta Efimova
Does Seth Rogen Have a Christmas Movie? Yes, and It’s Wild
The Studio’s raving success brought Seth Rogen’s past hit comedies back to the spotlight, and even the upcoming summer might not be a reason to skip the actor’s all-star Christmas movie (plus, a Franco there is a bonus).
Kevin Costner & Diane Lane Starred in 3 Movies Together, Including This Hidden Netflix Gem
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Violetta Efimova
Kevin Costner & Diane Lane Starred in 3 Movies Together, Including This Hidden Netflix Gem
The actors in fact starred together in a 2020 neo-Western thriller, but there are two more movies where you could see them sharing the screen. We’re breaking down Kevin Costner and Diane Lane’s numerous collaborations throughout the years.
Will Ellie Die in ‘The Last of Us’ Season 3? The Game Already Has an Answer
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Violetta Efimova
Will Ellie Die in ‘The Last of Us’ Season 3? The Game Already Has an Answer
The outcome of Ellie’s encounter with Abby in The Last of Us’ season 2 finale remains a mystery until season 3 comes along, but the game is always there to give you some spoilers. Here’s what will likely happen to Ellie in the show’s next seasons.
All 5 Movies Directed by Kevin Costner, Ranked by IMDb
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Violetta Efimova
All 5 Movies Directed by Kevin Costner, Ranked by IMDb
Western movies and TV shows like Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone have become one of the highlights of Kevin Costner’s career. However, he was also the one to helm a couple of those Westerns — here’s every movie that the actor got to direct.
Who Is Asterid March in ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’? Her Connection to Haymitch and Katniss, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Who Is Asterid March in ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’? Her Connection to Haymitch and Katniss, Explained
Asterid makes a surprising return in Suzanne Collins’ prequel novel, revealing she’s connected to Haymitch Abernathy in more than just one way. Here’s everything you need to know about her before Sunrise on the Reaping hits theatres.