Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: July 4 at 1:01 pm Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: July 4, 2025 1:45 pm Number of publications: 890
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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

Tony Dalton’s Character Adds a Brutal New Layer to Joel’s Past in ‘The Last of Us’
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Tony Dalton’s Character Adds a Brutal New Layer to Joel’s Past in ‘The Last of Us’
The Last of Us’ new episode has introduced someone new to the show, but the video game’s fans might already be familiar with a character portrayed by Tony Dalton. Here’s everything to know about him and the way he connects to Joel and Tommy Miller.
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‘The Last of Us’ Eugene Mystery Finally Solved in Episode 6: Here’s Who Plays Him
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‘The Last of Us’ Eugene Mystery Finally Solved in Episode 6: Here’s Who Plays Him
The Last of Us’ latest episode has addressed the mystery that has been teased ever since the second season’s episode 1. Here’s what we know about Eugene now and the actor who portrays him in the HBO series.
The Weeknd Recalls ‘The Idol’ Amidst ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Failure: “Could Have Been Great”
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Violetta Efimova
The Weeknd Recalls ‘The Idol’ Amidst ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Failure: “Could Have Been Great”
The new thriller starring Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan now seems to follow the same trend as Sam Levinson’s The Idol. However, The Weeknd thinks there’s a reason why the latter failed.
How Eugene’s Death Fueled Ellie and Joel’s Fallout in ‘The Last of Us’ Episode 6, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
How Eugene’s Death Fueled Ellie and Joel’s Fallout in ‘The Last of Us’ Episode 6, Explained
The breaking point in Ellie and Joel’s relationship finally gets an explanation in The Last of Us’ new episode. Eugene’s death plays a key role in it — here’s why.
Every Returning Hunger Games Character in Sunrise on the Reaping, Ranked by Impact
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Every Returning Hunger Games Character in Sunrise on the Reaping, Ranked by Impact
Suzanne Collins’ new prequel for The Hunger Games book series now centres on Haymitch Abernathy’s story, though it also sees some other surprising returns. Here’s everyone who you can expect to come back to the screen in Sunrise on the Reaping movie.
‘The White Lotus’ Water Gun Scene Was a “Nightmare” for Leslie Bibb
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Violetta Efimova
‘The White Lotus’ Water Gun Scene Was a “Nightmare” for Leslie Bibb
The third season of Mike White’s hit anthology drama The White Lotus has had a bunch of pretty intense moments, but only one of those almost gave Leslie Bibb a real-life panic — here’s why.
John Krasinski Got ‘Pulled Right Back to College’ While Filming This ‘Fountain of Youth’ Scene
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
John Krasinski Got ‘Pulled Right Back to College’ While Filming This ‘Fountain of Youth’ Scene
Guy Ritchie’s upcoming adventure movie with an all-star cast has had some of the most mesmerising shooting locations, but for a couple of actors on set it was a pretty scary experience — here’s why.
4 Painful Ways Abby's Character Changed in HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’
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Violetta Efimova
4 Painful Ways Abby's Character Changed in HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’
The Last of Us’ TV adaptation has been repeatedly slammed for Bella Ramsey’s portrayal of Ellie, but things got way worse when Abby showed up. Here are some of the most notable differences between the video game’s Abby and her counterpart portrayed by Kaitlyn Dever.
How Old Is Joel in ‘The Last of Us’? TV Show vs. Game Timeline, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
How Old Is Joel in ‘The Last of Us’? TV Show vs. Game Timeline, Explained
The age of Pedro Pascal’s character gets a single mention in The Last of Us’ ongoing second season, and it might be hard to believe Abby’s phrase was actually true. We’re breaking down how old Joel is throughout The Last of Us’ timeline.
Who Is Matt Belloni in ‘The Studio’ Episode 9? Real-Life Hollywood Insider Behind the Vegas Cameo, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Who Is Matt Belloni in ‘The Studio’ Episode 9? Real-Life Hollywood Insider Behind the Vegas Cameo, Explained
With a myriad of celebrities in cameo roles, it might have been pretty hard to recognise one person in The Studio’s latest episode. Here’s what you need to know about Matt Balloni and why he’s out there in Las Vegas for Continental Studios’ upcoming presentation at CinemaCon.