Leo Hartwell

Leo Hartwell is our dedicated cinephile and the guy you want in your corner when debating whether the Supernatural finale stuck the landing. With seven years of writing about film and television under his belt, Leo brings a unique blend of academic insight and genuine fanboy passion to every review. He holds an HND in Film Production from the University of East London, a credential that means he doesn't just watch movies—he deconstructs them. His beat at ScorpioLikeYou.com is the intersection of fantasy, horror, and the kind of magic that makes you believe in other worlds. Leo is the resident expert on all things Guillermo del Toro, Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter, and he has a soft spot for the low-budget genre flicks that most people overlook. Off the clock, Leo can be found haunting local record shops in search of rare fantasy soundtracks on vinyl—his prized possession is an original pressing of the Labyrinth score. He also organizes a monthly underground film club in his neighborhood, where he screens obscure cult classics for a small group of fellow enthusiasts. He's a quiet force, but his love for storytelling is anything but.
Christopher Nolan's Favorite Bond Movie Might Surprise You
Christopher Nolan's Favorite Bond Movie Might Surprise You
Christopher Nolan directing a Bond movie feels inevitable. Every time the franchise starts looking for a new director, his name pops up immediately—and for good reason. He's basically been training for it his whole career.
John Wayne Starred in 80 Westerns—He Only Regretted This One
John Wayne Starred in 80 Westerns—He Only Regretted This One
John Wayne wasn't the type to dwell on bad reviews — but even the Duke had one film he wished he'd left in the dust. Out of more than 80 Westerns, only one made him openly say: I shouldn't have done that.
Tom Cruise Turned Down This Movie—and It Won 4 Oscars Without Him
Tom Cruise Turned Down This Movie—and It Won 4 Oscars Without Him
Tom Cruise has one of the most carefully managed careers in Hollywood — a guy who somehow made jumping off cliffs a brand. But even the most calculated filmography has a few near-misses. One in particular still hangs over Cruise's career like a missed Oscar speech.
Pulp Fiction's Most Disturbing Scene Scared Off This Actor
Pulp Fiction's Most Disturbing Scene Scared Off This Actor
Pulp Fiction may be one of the most perfectly cast movies ever made — but at least one actor flat-out refused to even read for it.
This Eddie Murphy Flop Made Him Quit Directing Forever
This Eddie Murphy Flop Made Him Quit Directing Forever
Eddie Murphy has made some legendary movies. He's also made The Adventures of Pluto Nash — a box office black hole that cost $100 million and clawed back just $7.1 million. But if you're thinking that was the one Murphy regrets most, think again.
Daniel Craig Didn't Mean To—But He May Have Cost Mark Strong His Bond Role
Daniel Craig Didn't Mean To—But He May Have Cost Mark Strong His Bond Role
Mark Strong has made a career out of playing villains who look like they could kill you with a stare — and probably will.
65 Years Ago, This Sci-Fi Gem Tried to Solve the Cold War in Space; It Did Not Go Well
65 Years Ago, This Sci-Fi Gem Tried to Solve the Cold War in Space; It Did Not Go Well
In 1960, someone thought the best way to ease Cold War tensions was to strap twelve astronauts from twelve different countries into a spaceship and send them to the Moon.
8 Must-See Historical Series on Netflix with 100% Rotten Tomatoes Score
8 Must-See Historical Series on Netflix with 100% Rotten Tomatoes Score
This list is short, but it hits hard. These aren't just critically adored—they're bingeable, immersive, and ridiculously well-made.
10 Must-See Sci-Fi Movies to Stream on Netflix in July 2025
10 Must-See Sci-Fi Movies to Stream on Netflix in July 2025
Some of them are underrated. Some are flat-out masterpieces. All of them? Worth your time.
Kevin Costner's Horizon Update: Chapter 2 Is MIA, But Chapter 3's Already Rolling
Kevin Costner's Horizon Update: Chapter 2 Is MIA, But Chapter 3's Already Rolling
For now, Chapter 2 remains unreleased, Chapter 3 is halfway done, and Costner's still charging ahead. Whether the rest of the world catches up is another story.