Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: June 9 at 5:16 pm Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: June 9, 2025 6:00 pm Number of publications: 805
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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

Will The Handmaid’s Tale Serena Get a Redemption Arc in Season 6? Here’s What Creator Says
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Violetta Efimova
Will The Handmaid’s Tale Serena Get a Redemption Arc in Season 6? Here’s What Creator Says
The Handmaid’s Tale’s most controversial character has been mostly hated by fans. Does Serena deserve a redemption arc and what does the series creator think about her? Let’s find out.
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Before Hulu Series, The Handmaid’s Tale Had a Movie That Everyone Hated
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Violetta Efimova
Before Hulu Series, The Handmaid’s Tale Had a Movie That Everyone Hated
It took almost 30 years for Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale to save the reputation of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel. Earlier, it was stained by a disastrous movie even Natasha Richardson couldn’t save — fans are here to explain why.
Why Abby Wants to Kill Joel in The Last of Us Season 2, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Why Abby Wants to Kill Joel in The Last of Us Season 2, Explained
Abby’s cruel intentions are quickly revealed in The Last of Us’ season 2, but the real reason behind it isn’t something the show cared to explain. Here’s what you need to know.
Karla Sofía Gascón’s New Role Gives Fans Oscars Scandal Flashbacks
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Violetta Efimova
Karla Sofía Gascón’s New Role Gives Fans Oscars Scandal Flashbacks
Many thought nothing could beat Emilia Pérez’s level of arrogance and scandalousness, but the main actress’ role in The Life Lift begs to differ. Here’s what got people talking.
10 Best Video Game Adaptations You Need to Check Out After The Last of Us
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
10 Best Video Game Adaptations You Need to Check Out After The Last of Us
Video games have been a passion for TV and cinema long before HBO’s The Last of Us came along. Here’s a list of movies and shows that might give you happy tears of nostalgia.
The Last of Us Best Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
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Violetta Efimova
The Last of Us Best Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
Season 2 premiere episode dropped low on IMDb, with season 1 keeping the leadership. Here are the best-rated The Last of Us episodes you might want to come back to.
Why Ellie Doesn’t Talk to Joel Anymore in The Last of Us Season 2, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Why Ellie Doesn’t Talk to Joel Anymore in The Last of Us Season 2, Explained
Bella Ramsay’s character is holding a serious grudge against Joel by the time The Last of Us’ season 2 picks the story up, but the answer to the mystery was there all along — here’s where you could have missed it.
New Characters in House of the Dragon Season 3, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
New Characters in House of the Dragon Season 3, Explained
There are two more Fire & Blood characters to debut in House of the Dragon season 3, and they may change it all in the upcoming war. If you didn’t read George Martin’s book, you might want to know how.
Catherine O’Hara’s 10 Best Movies and Shows to See After Her The Last of Us Debut
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Violetta Efimova
Catherine O’Hara’s 10 Best Movies and Shows to See After Her The Last of Us Debut
The actress is a new addition to The Last of Us’ season 2 cast, and her role might have just given you a reason to check out something else in her filmography. No worries, we’ve already picked some of her best projects for you.
Demi Moore Clears Oscar Scandal Rumours, Says She ‘Didn’t Feel Gutted’
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Demi Moore Clears Oscar Scandal Rumours, Says She ‘Didn’t Feel Gutted’
Fans have been raging over Moore’s Oscar loss to Mikey Madison ever since the ceremony took place in March. But the actress was just fine with an unlucky outcome — here’s why.