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A journalist with a geek vibe and a cultural background. I write articles for VGTimes and other media — in English, Russian, and French.
Name: Lidia Churkina
Registration: September 25, 2025
Last visit: October 7, 2026
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Paul Thomas Anderson’s Art Blockbuster: Why One Battle After Another Starring Leonardo DiCaprio Is Making Waves
One Battle After Another is gaining momentum at the box office. Directed by the cult filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, the film is a powerful piece of work — an ambitious mix of arthouse aesthetics and blockbuster energy. It unites three Academy Award winners and carries striking ideas beneath its surface. Could this be the defining film of the year? Let’s unpack what makes it so resonant.
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October 29, 2025
Stephen King’s The Long Walk: Should You Watch the New Adaptation?
A new adaptation of Stephen King’s The Long Walk has hit theaters — and yes, this was King’s first novel, not the more famous Carrie. Let’s look at what works, what doesn’t, and whether the film is worth your time.
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October 12, 2025
Zach Cregger after Barbarian: Why Weapons is the most talked-about horror of the year
In August, the horror film "Weapons" was released — the second movie by Zach Cregger. The director made a name for himself with his debut in 2022: the unconventional horror "Barbarian" is like a mosaic, combining a domestic thriller and biting comedy, modern and old-school cinematic techniques.
Cregger’s latest has also become popular. "Weapons" grossed $263 million at the box office. Critics and audiences are raving — some are calling it the main horror film of the year. But what's so interesting about this horror? Here’s an honest opinion.
Cregger’s latest has also become popular. "Weapons" grossed $263 million at the box office. Critics and audiences are raving — some are calling it the main horror film of the year. But what's so interesting about this horror? Here’s an honest opinion.
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September 27, 2025