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.
Bring the Caucasus Home with Siskal, the Cornmeal Flatbread Your Family Will Crave
Bring the Caucasus Home with Siskal, the Cornmeal Flatbread Your Family Will Crave
Hearty, simple, irresistibly good — we unlock the flavors of the Caucasus and show you how to bring them to your table tonight.
Unlock Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken With a Coconut-Peanut Satay Marinade
Unlock Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken With a Coconut-Peanut Satay Marinade
Quick, easy and irresistibly good, this weeknight fix is sweeping home kitchens and turning family dinners into instant hits.
Turn a Carrot and a Pot Lid Into a Chinese Restaurant–Level Delicacy for Next to Nothing
Turn a Carrot and a Pot Lid Into a Chinese Restaurant–Level Delicacy for Next to Nothing
Skip the dip: a clever Chinese technique uses starch and a pot lid to turn plain carrots into a glossy, springy appetizer with serious street-food swagger.
One Tablet, Overnight: The Simple Oven Hack That Makes Burnt-On Grease Vanish with a Single Wipe
One Tablet, Overnight: The Simple Oven Hack That Makes Burnt-On Grease Vanish with a Single Wipe
Forget pricey harsh cleaners and endless scrubbing — a new approach delivers spotless results the easy way.
Bottle Summer With a Luscious Homemade Strawberry Liqueur—No Preservatives, Just Real Berry Flavor
Bottle Summer With a Luscious Homemade Strawberry Liqueur—No Preservatives, Just Real Berry Flavor
Move over takeout: a five-ingredient, one-pan crowd-pleaser is taking over cozy nights and last-minute get-togethers.
Shrink Your Belly in 14 Days With a Simple Breathing Hack — Jeans Zip Again, No Diet or Gym
Shrink Your Belly in 14 Days With a Simple Breathing Hack — Jeans Zip Again, No Diet or Gym
Skip the gym. One daily breathing move is being touted as a fast track to a flatter belly—here’s how it works and whether it lives up to the hype.
One Drop, Zero Gunk: The Hack That Makes Your Iron Glide Like New
One Drop, Zero Gunk: The Hack That Makes Your Iron Glide Like New
Fed up with scorched shirts and a snagging soleplate? A brilliantly simple iron-cleaning hack using common pantry staples is sweeping social feeds and reviving appliances in minutes.
Make a Showstopping Marble Cake in Your Slow Cooker—Chocolate–Vanilla Swirls, Minimal Effort
Make a Showstopping Marble Cake in Your Slow Cooker—Chocolate–Vanilla Swirls, Minimal Effort
Delicate and all gorgeous swirls, this crowd-pleaser is set to win everyone over.
Crispy Bacon Hasselback Potatoes Deliver a Restaurant-Worthy Dinner in 40 Minutes
Crispy Bacon Hasselback Potatoes Deliver a Restaurant-Worthy Dinner in 40 Minutes
Minimal effort, maximum payoff. Meet the one-pan wonder turning weeknight chaos into a standout dinner in minutes.
Make-Ahead Beet Salad You’ll Crave All Week—Big-Batch It, Keeps a Week, Perfect With Meat or Bread
Make-Ahead Beet Salad You’ll Crave All Week—Big-Batch It, Keeps a Week, Perfect With Meat or Bread
Make this once, skip side dishes for five days — the salad that carries your week.