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.
8 Years On, Naruto’s Most Baffling Hokage Death Still Defies Explanation
Naruto may be an all-time juggernaut, but eight years on, even Masashi Kishimoto’s magnum opus is still haunted by head-scratching choices — none more contentious than the lingering smoke around a pivotal death.
January 7, 2026 7:42 pm
Every Harry Potter Book’s Third Act, Ranked From Least to Most Devastating
Forget ranking Harry Potter by plot—judge the books by their third-act gut punches. Some finales play it safe, others detonate the story and reshape the wizarding world; here’s the definitive ranking by endings that truly cast a spell.
January 7, 2026 7:34 pm
Every Game of Thrones Maester Ranked: From Saintly Saviors to Sinister Schemers
Forget dragons and dynasties—Game of Thrones’ maesters are Westeros’ quiet power brokers, stitching wounds, schooling heirs, and safeguarding the realm’s memory, often with motives as tangled as the lords they serve.
January 7, 2026 7:32 pm
Every MCU Black Panther Ranked: From Forgettable to Fierce
Think the MCU had only two Black Panthers? Think again—the mantle extends far beyond Chadwick Boseman and Letitia Wright’s Shuri, revealing a deeper, multi-generational lineage of heroes who’ve carried it on-screen.
January 7, 2026 3:38 pm
Why Shanks Really Imprisoned Loki — And It Makes Perfect Sense
One Piece’s Elbaph arc is finally pulling Shanks and Loki out of the shadows, as Eiichiro Oda peels back long-guarded mysteries and tees up a reveal fans have been waiting years to see.
January 7, 2026 2:41 pm
Naruto’s Untapped God Chakra Could Eclipse Baryon Mode — So Why Is Boruto Ignoring It?
Fuming that Boruto keeps sidelining Naruto’s god-tier power? Canon settles it: he still has Six Paths Chakra for good — Hagoromo didn’t hand out a trial — so why isn’t he using it?
January 7, 2026 1:41 pm
7 Roles Mark Wahlberg Turned Down That Could Have Redefined His Career
From music dropout to box office dominator, Mark Wahlberg turned bets like Transformers, The Departed, The Fighter, and Ted into clout across theaters and streamers — but his relentless chase for the next big film may be testing what he’s willing to sacrifice.
January 7, 2026 1:40 pm
14 Years Later, The Winds of Winter Faces the One Problem Even George R. R. Martin Can’t Solve
After years of waiting, could The Winds of Winter finally land in 2026—and storm the charts? George RR Martin has said on Not A Blog that once it’s finished there will be a big, unmistakable announcement, stoking hopes that Westeros is poised for a roaring comeback.
January 7, 2026 12:53 pm
Emma Stone Eyes Meryl Streep’s Oscar Record: Will Bugonia Rewrite Hollywood History?
Fresh off her Lanthimos triumph, two-time Best Actress winner Emma Stone is eyeing another Oscars milestone with buzz for a 2026 double bid—Best Actress and Best Picture as a producer—according to Variety.
January 7, 2026 12:50 pm
Jennifer Connelly Reveals the Real Reason She Regrets Her Iconic Horse Scene
Top Gun: Maverick star Jennifer Connelly reveals the famed horse scene in 1991’s Career Opportunities — shot in a white tank top and unbuttoned jeans — was anything but glamorous, recalling she felt deeply uncomfortable and even disgusted on set.
January 7, 2026 12:45 pm