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

Top-Rated Marvel Superhero Movies to Watch After Thunderbolts (Ranked by IMDb)
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Violetta Efimova
Top-Rated Marvel Superhero Movies to Watch After Thunderbolts (Ranked by IMDb)
The MCU might finally be back on track after Thunderbolts*’ overwhelming success with both critics and viewers, though Marvel can still boast of some more widely acclaimed superhero movies. We picked the best-rated ones for you to revisit or watch for the first time.
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Thunderbolts* Box Office and Budget Breakdown: Will It Make a Profit for Marvel?
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Violetta Efimova
Thunderbolts* Box Office and Budget Breakdown: Will It Make a Profit for Marvel?
Marvel’s new superhero flick has had a pretty good opening weekend in theatres, already cementing the status of one of the best MCU movies in years. Here’s how much Thunderbolts* grossed so far — and how much more it needs to actually start bringing Marvel money.
Who Is The Last of Us’ Isaac Dixon? Jeffrey Wright’s WLF Leader Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Who Is The Last of Us’ Isaac Dixon? Jeffrey Wright’s WLF Leader Explained
Jeffrey Wright’s character is a new face in The Last of Us’ season 2, and his role is yet to be expanded with the war between the WLF and the Seraphites. We’re breaking down who Isaac Dixon is, what’s his backstory and what you might expect from him in the show’s future episodes.
Josh Peck’s Cameo Appearance in The Last of Us, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Josh Peck’s Cameo Appearance in The Last of Us, Explained
Josh Peck’s character in The Last of Us’ latest episode didn’t last long, but the actor’s brief appearance provided another huge twist in the fight between the WLF and the Seraphites. Here’s why Peck’s role is important for the HBO show.
Sorry, but Taylor Sheridan Is to Blame for Ruining His Chaotic Yellowstone Franchise Himself
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Sorry, but Taylor Sheridan Is to Blame for Ruining His Chaotic Yellowstone Franchise Himself
Sheridan’s Yellowstone and 1923 finales went down the drain after an extremely successful start, but that could have been easily avoided. Here’s what went wrong and what the director has to do with it.
6 Hunger Games Characters Who Need Their Own Spinoff After Sunrise on the Reaping
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
6 Hunger Games Characters Who Need Their Own Spinoff After Sunrise on the Reaping
The Hunger Games’ universe is being expanded by yet another prequel, this time focusing on Haymitch Abernathy’s victory, though Suzanne Collins’ book series still might need a couple of more installments. Here are some of the Hunger Games tributes whose background stories the franchise’s fans are dying to know more about.
Who Is Burdock Everdeen in The Hunger Games, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Who Is Burdock Everdeen in The Hunger Games, Explained
The character crosses paths with Haymitch Abernathy in Suzanne Collins’ Sunrise on the Reaping, but his identity isn’t revealed explicitly until the book’s epilogue. Here’s what we know about Burdock and his connection to The Hunger Games movie series.
Will The Last of Us Kill Off Tommy? What We Know So Far
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Will The Last of Us Kill Off Tommy? What We Know So Far
Joel’s brother is obviously one of the first to go after the killers of Pedro Pascal’s character, which will also be followed by its own repercussions. We break down on what happens to Tommy in The Last of Us’ video game.
The Handmaid’s Tale Creators Say ‘There Was No Escape’ From That Shocking Plot Twist in Episode 6
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
The Handmaid’s Tale Creators Say ‘There Was No Escape’ From That Shocking Plot Twist in Episode 6
A heartbreaking twist for June became the point of no return in The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6, risking to move everything into a very different direction ahead of the show’s big finale. Here’s what the showrunners have to say about that unexpected character development — major spoilers ahead!
How Old Is President Snow in Sunrise on the Reaping? Explained
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Violetta Efimova
How Old Is President Snow in Sunrise on the Reaping? Explained
Suzanne Collins’ new prequel finds President Snow decades after the events of The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, but the character’s health condition is the only indication of his age. Let’s see how old President Snow is in Sunrise on the Reaping.