Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: August 2 at 12:16 pm Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: August 2, 2025 1:00 pm Number of publications: 1065
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Violetta is a writer at Startefacts who has joined the team in 2023. She's the first to get latest updates and rants across fandoms.

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

  • Film criticism at ECAM (Escuela de Cinematografía y del Audiovisual de la Comunidad de Madrid)

 

 

Latest News by Violetta Efimova

7 Best Shows Like ‘The Sandman’ to Watch Right Now
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Violetta Efimova
7 Best Shows Like ‘The Sandman’ to Watch Right Now
Netflix’s fantasy hit is coming to its end later this month, but there’s much more to explore if you know for sure you’re going to miss The Sandman after its second and final season.
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Ruairi O'Connor (Orpheus) From: The Sandman

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‘Twilight’ Jackson Rathbone Explains That Major Jasper Change in Later Movies
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Violetta Efimova
‘Twilight’ Jackson Rathbone Explains That Major Jasper Change in Later Movies
The actor, who portrayed one of the entire franchise’s biggest crushes, added something of his own to Jasper’s character after Twilight’s first movie — and fans did take notice. Here’s what Rathbone revealed about the matter years after the movie series came to its end.
10 ‘The Sandman’ Best Characters, Ranked from Relatable to Everyone’s Forever Favorite
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
10 ‘The Sandman’ Best Characters, Ranked from Relatable to Everyone’s Forever Favorite
The TV adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s comic book series is coming to its end this month, so you better decide who you will miss the most now — here’s our own ranking.
Rocky’s Role in Paw Patrol: Is He an Eco-Hero or Just the "Garbage Dog"?
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Rocky’s Role in Paw Patrol: Is He an Eco-Hero or Just the "Garbage Dog"?
The Paw Patrol’s most eco-friendly puppy, Rocky might not be that well understood by the show’s fans despite his important mission in the team — here’s why Paw Patrol’s viewers are divided about the character.
‘Scrubs’ Reboot or Sequel? Even With Misleading Label, Fans Are Happy Anyway
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
‘Scrubs’ Reboot or Sequel? Even With Misleading Label, Fans Are Happy Anyway
NBC’s hit medical sitcom has just received a major reboot update, but Scrubs’ fans aren’t sure you can even call it a reboot after all.
‘The Pitt’ Season 2’s Sudden Exit Has All Fans Saying the Same Thing
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
‘The Pitt’ Season 2’s Sudden Exit Has All Fans Saying the Same Thing
Dr. Heather Collins’ actress hinted at a major change in The Pitt’s season 2 just days before the news went official.
The Harsh Reality of 'The Sandman' Season 2: Dream Is Too Annoying for a Main Character
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
The Harsh Reality of 'The Sandman' Season 2: Dream Is Too Annoying for a Main Character
Netflix’s adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s comic book series didn’t dare try an anthology format. The Sandman’s fans think it should have.
7 Best Kevin Sussman Movies and Shows to Watch Before ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
7 Best Kevin Sussman Movies and Shows to Watch Before ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’
The Big Bang Theory’s next spinoff will now be centring on Sussman’s Stuart Bloom — here are some of his best roles outside of the hit sitcom’s universe.
Is ‘Road House 2’ in Trouble? Guy Ritchie Quits Amid Mixed Fan Reaction
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Violetta Efimova
Is ‘Road House 2’ in Trouble? Guy Ritchie Quits Amid Mixed Fan Reaction
The upcoming sequel of Jake Gyllenhaal’s 2024 action movie has just been abandoned by its only possible saviour, though it might be for the better — here’s what Guy Ritchie’s fans said about the news.
7 Best Medical Dramas Like ‘Scrubs’ to Watch Before Reboot Arrives 
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Violetta Efimova
7 Best Medical Dramas Like ‘Scrubs’ to Watch Before Reboot Arrives 
The Zach Braff-led medical sitcom is coming back to the screens with a sequel series, so here are some other similar options for you to fill the void with while waiting.