Violetta Efimova

Violetta Efimova

Was online: June 1 at 11:46 am Last date of publication: June 1, 2026 12:30 pm Number of publications: 1845
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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

‘Andor’ Might Not Win Acting Emmys, but Tony Gilroy Is Eyeing Another Big Prize
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Violetta Efimova
‘Andor’ Might Not Win Acting Emmys, but Tony Gilroy Is Eyeing Another Big Prize
The Disney+ show’s acting was never recognised, and it seems like Andor’s Tony Gilroy is still getting madder at the TV Academy.
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$150M Later, ‘Weapons’ Is the Horror Everyone’s Talking About (Including Stephen King)
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Violetta Efimova
$150M Later, ‘Weapons’ Is the Horror Everyone’s Talking About (Including Stephen King)
Zach Kregger’s hit movie might have just got closer to becoming the biggest genre achievement of this year.
Watch These 10 Gwendoline Christie Movies and Shows Before Her Epic ‘Wednesday’ Return
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Violetta Efimova
Watch These 10 Gwendoline Christie Movies and Shows Before Her Epic ‘Wednesday’ Return
Game of Thrones’ star is coming back as Larissa Weems in Wednesday’s season 2, so here is what you can watch from Gwendoline Christie’s filmography while waiting for new episodes to drop.
What Year Is ‘Downton Abbey’ Based In? Here’s How Real History Shaped the Crawleys’ Story
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Violetta Efimova
What Year Is ‘Downton Abbey’ Based In? Here’s How Real History Shaped the Crawleys’ Story
Having spawned six seasons, Downton Abbey's plot line unfolds during several decades, but it all starts with a major historical event that forever changes the Crawley’s life.
Bella Ramsey Wants to Join MCU: "They Do Need to Make a New Superhero For Me"
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Violetta Efimova
Bella Ramsey Wants to Join MCU: "They Do Need to Make a New Superhero For Me"
The Last of Us’ actress is eager to join Pedro Pascal now that he’s no longer in HBO’s show, but the role Ramsey wishes for the most might be occupied for years to come.
3 Years for Only 8 Episodes? ‘Wednesday’ Creators Explain Why It Takes So Long
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Violetta Efimova
3 Years for Only 8 Episodes? ‘Wednesday’ Creators Explain Why It Takes So Long
Alfred Gough and Miles Millar used to work way faster on a different show, but things might still be much more different with Wednesday’s upcoming season 3.
‘Severance’ Fans May Hate the Wait, But Tramell Tillman Says It’s Worth It
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
‘Severance’ Fans May Hate the Wait, But Tramell Tillman Says It’s Worth It
While Severance’s Ben Stiller is out there looking for ways to get new seasons more frequently, one of the show’s biggest stars would rather take things slowly.
Will Denzel Washington Get Another Oscar? Here's His Honest Response
Violetta Efimova
Violetta Efimova
Will Denzel Washington Get Another Oscar? Here's His Honest Response
The Equalizer’s actor has two Academy statuettes to be proud of, but he doesn’t seem to be looking forward to more anytime soon.
Is Lady Gaga an Undead in 'Wednesday' Season 2? Unpacking Viral Fan Theory
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Violetta Efimova
Is Lady Gaga an Undead in 'Wednesday' Season 2? Unpacking Viral Fan Theory
Netflix’s hit series has long teased Lady Gaga’s character as a new Nevermore teacher, but now Wednesday fans think she’s a much more sinister figure than it initially seemed.
Does Thing Really Die in ‘Wednesday’? Season 2 Storyline Has Fans Heartbroken
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Violetta Efimova
Does Thing Really Die in ‘Wednesday’? Season 2 Storyline Has Fans Heartbroken
Wednesday’s loyal assistant finally gets more screen time in the show’s season 2, but still goes through a rough patch that makes fans worry for his future.