Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: August 17 at 6:17 pm Effective: January 17, 2025 Last date of publication: August 17, 2025 7:01 pm Number of publications: 1133
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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

Who Is Mary Dove Shaw in Tracker? Wendy Crewson’s Role Explained
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Who Is Mary Dove Shaw in Tracker? Wendy Crewson’s Role Explained
One of the leading roles in CBS’ Tracker has taken a notable spot in Crewson’s filmography, also coming as an essential part of Colter Shaw’s personal story. We’re breaking down who Wendy Crewson portrays in the show and why her role will likely expand in the upcoming season 3.
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Tracker Creators Break Down Chaotic Season 2 Finale & What It Means for Season 3
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Tracker Creators Break Down Chaotic Season 2 Finale & What It Means for Season 3
Justin Hartley’s Colter Shaw spent the entire season trying to investigate his father’s mysterious death, and now the family drama turns out to be even messier. Here’s what Tracker’s showrunner has to say about the final episode’s major revelation.
Sons of Anarchy Killed Taylor Sheridan’s Acting Career: Here’s How
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Sons of Anarchy Killed Taylor Sheridan’s Acting Career: Here’s How
Yellowstone’s director is now one of the most prolific TV helmers after the huge success of his shows on Paramount+, but this is not what Taylor Sheridan’s TV path started with. Here’s all you need to know about Sheridan’s character in FX’s Sons of Anarchy which helped him boost a directing career.
Ellie’s Tattoo in The Last of Us and Its Hidden Meaning Tied to Joel, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Ellie’s Tattoo in The Last of Us and Its Hidden Meaning Tied to Joel, Explained
Ellie’s forearm tattoo has recently become pretty visible in The Last of Us’ TV adaptation and was a familiar image to the game’s fans for a long time, but even so not many might have figured the heartbreaking meaning behind it. Here’s what the tattoo means and how it represents Ellie’s relationship with Joel.
10 Actors Who Almost Got Leading Roles in Twilight, Ranked from Weird to Hottest
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Violetta Efimova
10 Actors Who Almost Got Leading Roles in Twilight, Ranked from Weird to Hottest
There were obviously many contenders for Bella, Edward and Jacob’s roles before Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner landed them. We’re breaking down who else was eyed as a lead for the Twilight saga.
Lawmen: Bass Reeves Was a Canceled Yellowstone Spinoff, But Dodged the Bullet
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Violetta Efimova
Lawmen: Bass Reeves Was a Canceled Yellowstone Spinoff, But Dodged the Bullet
Yet another Western series from Paramount+ was meant to become a spinoff for Taylor Sheridan’s 1883, but eventually got a story of its own. Here’s what happened and why it’s actually for the best.
Pedro Pascal’s Fantastic Four Schedule Spoiled Joel’s Death for Thunderbolts* Writer
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Violetta Efimova
Pedro Pascal’s Fantastic Four Schedule Spoiled Joel’s Death for Thunderbolts* Writer
The Last of Us’ fans might have seen this major death coming, but Thunderbolts*’ co-author figured everything out without the original game’s help — here’s how Fantastic Four: First Steps is involved here.
Taylor Sheridan’s Upcoming Yellowstone Spinoffs Explained: 1944, 6666, Dutton Ranch & More
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Violetta Efimova
Taylor Sheridan’s Upcoming Yellowstone Spinoffs Explained: 1944, 6666, Dutton Ranch & More
The Yellowstone franchise isn’t done yet after 1923’s controversial finale, and Taylor Sheridan has a long way to go with several more spinoff series. Here’s everything we know about Sheridan’s upcoming projects so far.
6 Actors Who Almost Starred in The Last of Us, Ranked from Absolute No to Perfect Choice
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Violetta Efimova
6 Actors Who Almost Starred in The Last of Us, Ranked from Absolute No to Perfect Choice
The Last of Us could have been very different if Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey hadn’t joined the HBO series’ leading cast. We’re breaking down who else was strongly considered for the main roles and whether they would fit in the show anyway.
Who Is Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games and Who Will Portray Her in Sunrise on the Reaping, Explained
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Violetta Efimova
Who Is Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games and Who Will Portray Her in Sunrise on the Reaping, Explained
The Capitol’s eccentric stylist and then District 12 escort, Effie is a pretty small part of the original Hunger Games movie series. However, Suzanne Collins’ Sunrise on the Reaping suggests there’s much more to her story. Here’s everything you need to know about the character before The Hunger Games’ next prequel arrives in theatres.