Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: March 5 at 5:16 pm Last date of publication: March 5, 2026 6:00 pm Number of publications: 1239
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Violetta – freelance writer and entertainment reporter.

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 as a freelance reporter
  • 1 year of internships at film studios and at the Russian Film Festival in Paris
  • Contributing 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

Star Wars: Starfighter Struggles as Top Hollywood Actors Reportedly Turn Down Roles
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Violetta Efimova
Star Wars: Starfighter Struggles as Top Hollywood Actors Reportedly Turn Down Roles
Ryan Gosling is confirmed to lead Star Wars: Starfighter, but other big actors seem to be scared of joining the epic franchise. Here are some possible reasons why.
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Is Lenore Dove Lucy Gray Baird’s Daughter? Hunger Games Prequel Theory Explained
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Is Lenore Dove Lucy Gray Baird’s Daughter? Hunger Games Prequel Theory Explained
Suzanne Collins’ Sunrise on the Reaping might be directly connected to The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes — there’s a subtle indication that fans think is a solid proof.
House of the Dragon Season 3 Cast: Tom Cullen, Joplin Sibtain & Barry Sloane’s Roles Explained
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
House of the Dragon Season 3 Cast: Tom Cullen, Joplin Sibtain & Barry Sloane’s Roles Explained
Three actors have recently been added to the cast of Game of Thrones’ prequel series, including Andor’s star. Here’s how these new roles will affect season 3’s storyline.
Who Is Lenore Dove in The Hunger Games’ New Prequel, Explained
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Who Is Lenore Dove in The Hunger Games’ New Prequel, Explained
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping has just cast its two leading characters, but those unfamiliar with Suzanne Collins’ source material might need to learn more ahead of the movie. Here’s everything we know about Lenore Dove’s story so far.
All The Hunger Games Movies, Ranked from Dull to Absolutely Brilliant
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
All The Hunger Games Movies, Ranked from Dull to Absolutely Brilliant
Ahead of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’s release, the franchise’s existing movies are about to boost their viewership again — here’s which of those many might consider the best and the worst.
5 Wednesday Best-Rated Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
5 Wednesday Best-Rated Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
Ahead of Wednesday season 2 it might be the best time to revisit the show’s first instalment — we’re here to remind you of the fans’ most favorite episodes.
Sunrise on the Reaping Cast Revealed: Hunger Games Fans React to Haymitch and Lenore Dove Picks
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Violetta Efimova
Sunrise on the Reaping Cast Revealed: Hunger Games Fans React to Haymitch and Lenore Dove Picks
Things have started moving for The Hunger Games’ long-awaited prequel, and the franchise’s fans share their opinion on the future movie’s new leads. Here are some of the first reactions.
Andor Season 2 Cast Guide: Key Characters & What to Know About Them
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Andor Season 2 Cast Guide: Key Characters & What to Know About Them
The new second season will become Andor’s last step in the Star Wars franchise, and you might want to get a full picture of who is who in the show before it drives you to the end — here’s the full guide.
House of the Dragon Fans, Have You Noticed Ewan Mitchell in Saltburn?
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
House of the Dragon Fans, Have You Noticed Ewan Mitchell in Saltburn?
Mitchell is an ominous figure in Game of Thrones’ prequel show, but he’s not less disturbing in Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn — you might have not even guessed it was him after all.
Sylvester Stallone’s ‘Uninspired’ New Thriller With 0% RT Is a Sudden Streaming Hit
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Sylvester Stallone’s ‘Uninspired’ New Thriller With 0% RT Is a Sudden Streaming Hit
It’s been several months since Armor hit the streaming platforms, but it’s getting all the attention only now — so why is a Stallone flop suddenly topping charts?