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.
Natalia Dyer Lands First Post-Stranger Things Role in A-List Ensemble
Natalia Dyer Lands First Post-Stranger Things Role in A-List Ensemble
Fresh off the Stranger Things finale, Natalia Dyer signs on for Amazon MGM Studios romantic comedy Goodbye Girl, joining a cast led by Kiernan Shipka in her first role since the series ended.
Spider-Man 4 Star Roasts the MCU’s Worst-Kept Secret
Spider-Man 4 Star Roasts the MCU’s Worst-Kept Secret
Mark Ruffalo turns the MCU’s worst-kept secret into a punchline, cheekily teasing what everyone suspects about Spider-Man 4 as Destin Daniel Cretton’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings into US theaters this summer.
Austin Butler Saddles Up as Lance Armstrong in Edward Berger’s New Movie
Austin Butler Saddles Up as Lance Armstrong in Edward Berger’s New Movie
Conclave director Edward Berger is mounting a Lance Armstrong biopic, with Austin Butler attached to climb into the saddle as the disgraced cycling champion.
Charli XCX Assembles a Killer Horror Cast With Norman Reedus and Milly Alcock
Charli XCX Assembles a Killer Horror Cast With Norman Reedus and Milly Alcock
Takashi Miike’s next nightmare just got louder: Norman Reedus and Milly Alcock are joining Charli XCX, with Kiko Mizuhara and Sho Kasamatsu also boarding the cast.
Brad Pitt Returns as Cliff Booth: First Teaser Premieres During the Super Bowl
Brad Pitt Returns as Cliff Booth: First Teaser Premieres During the Super Bowl
Brad Pitt’s Cliff Booth crashed Super Bowl LX as Netflix surprise-dropped the first teaser for The Adventures of Cliff Booth, the long-rumored sequel to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. The blink-and-you-miss-it preview offers a first glimpse at the stuntman’s return and has fans buzzing.
Under Paris 2: Alexandre Aja Dives Back In To Direct The Sequel To One Of Netflix’s Biggest Hits
Under Paris 2: Alexandre Aja Dives Back In To Direct The Sequel To One Of Netflix’s Biggest Hits
Netflix is diving back into the Seine as Alexandre Aja takes the helm of Under Paris 2, while original director Xavier Gens steps aside for reasons that remain murky.
Practical Magic 2 Arrives Early: Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Reunite Sooner Than You Think
Practical Magic 2 Arrives Early: Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Reunite Sooner Than You Think
Warner Bros. is stirring the cauldron early: Practical Magic 2 will now arrive September 11, 2026—one week ahead of schedule—reuniting Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman for the fantasy sequel.
Clayface Delayed: Now Arriving in October
Clayface Delayed: Now Arriving in October
Warner Bros. has delayed DC Studios’ Clayface, sliding the shape-shifter’s big-screen debut to October.
Spartacus: House of Ashur Season 2 Renewal Watch: Greenlight or Axe?
Spartacus: House of Ashur Season 2 Renewal Watch: Greenlight or Axe?
Blood, sand, and a snake on the throne: after killing Spartacus and seizing Batiatus’ ludus, Ashur allies with a gladiatrix to claw up the ranks — but will Starz greenlight Spartacus: House of Ashur Season 2 or swing the axe?
Did Digital Filmmaking Kill the Cinematic Look?
Did Digital Filmmaking Kill the Cinematic Look?
From muddy color grades to cookie-cutter lighting, the streaming-era digital pipeline is making movies look eerily alike. We break down why cinematography is losing its edge—and how filmmakers are fighting to bring back real visual personality.