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.
MCU Leak Confirms Death of Another Founding Avenger in Doomsday
MCU Leak Confirms Death of Another Founding Avenger in Doomsday
With Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon, the stakes are officially going up. A new leak suggests Marvel is planning a major character death in the next big team-up — and this time, it's one of the originals.
Denzel Washington's 3 Essential Films to Watch Before You Die
Denzel Washington's 3 Essential Films to Watch Before You Die
Denzel Washington is one of the greatest actors alive, but don't ask him for a top 10 movies list. Or even a top three. The man is famously not a cinephile, and he's never pretended otherwise.
The Most Accurate WWII POW Film You've Never Seen
The Most Accurate WWII POW Film You've Never Seen
When people think "POW movie," they think The Great Escape. Steve McQueen on a motorcycle, British officers digging tunnels, and just enough fiction to make you forget it's about war. Fun, sure—but if you want the real deal? Try King Rat.
9 Sci-Fi Remakes So Bad, They Ruined the Originals
9 Sci-Fi Remakes So Bad, They Ruined the Originals
There's a special kind of pain that only bad remakes can deliver.
Morgan Freeman Hated Shawshank Redemption: Here's Why
Morgan Freeman Hated Shawshank Redemption: Here's Why
Morgan Freeman may be the voice of God, but even he's sick of talking about The Shawshank Redemption.
The 5 Books Natalie Portman Wants Everyone to Read
The 5 Books Natalie Portman Wants Everyone to Read
Between acting in prestige dramas, directing films, and casually running her own book club, Natalie Portman still finds time to read — and she has some strong opinions about what you should be reading too.
The One Role John Wayne Hated So Much, He Walked Out
The One Role John Wayne Hated So Much, He Walked Out
John Wayne was many things on screen—sheriff, ex-sheriff, cavalry officer turned sheriff—but one thing he absolutely refused to be was a singing cowboy.
Vision Quest Leak Reveals Ultron's Return—And It's Just the Beginning
Vision Quest Leak Reveals Ultron's Return—And It's Just the Beginning
Apparently, dying once (or twice) in the MCU means absolutely nothing — because Ultron is now rumored to be making a big comeback. Not just in Vision Quest, but in multiple upcoming Marvel projects.
Quentin Tarantino Thinks Yellowstone Is Just a Soap Opera
Quentin Tarantino Thinks Yellowstone Is Just a Soap Opera
Quentin Tarantino has never been subtle, and he didn't hold back when Yellowstone came up on The Joe Rogan Experience.
James Gunn Just Compared Superman to Oppenheimer—and It Actually Makes Sense
James Gunn Just Compared Superman to Oppenheimer—and It Actually Makes Sense
James Gunn's Superman hits theaters July 11, and yes — the cast list is long.