Leo Hartwell

Introducing Leo Hartwell, our resident entertainment enthusiast and dedicated connoisseur of all things magical and otherworldly. With a degree in Film Studies and a passion for fantastical narratives, Leo has spent the past seven years exploring the hidden realms of cinema and television for our website. As a fervent fan of both spellbinding dramas and adrenaline-charged action franchises, Leo's taste knows no bounds.

Leo's fascination with the supernatural and mythical creatures is evident in his love for the world of Harry Potter and the captivating adventures of the Winchester brothers in the Supernatural series. His writing is fueled by an insatiable appetite for the fantastical worlds of Middle-earth, the enchanting realms of Narnia, and the twists and turns of Guillermo del Toro's creature-filled masterpieces.

Stranger Things Season 5 Channels the Greatest TV Finale George R.R. Martin Endorsed
Stranger Things Season 5 Channels the Greatest TV Finale George R.R. Martin Endorsed
With Season 5 around the corner, Stranger Things is gunning for a finale worthy of TV’s greats, with the Duffers studying the swan songs of Six Feet Under, The Sopranos, and Friday Night Lights, they told Variety.
Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden Creator Tomonobu Itagaki Passes Away at 58
Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden Creator Tomonobu Itagaki Passes Away at 58
Japanese video game legend Tomonobu Itagaki, the force behind Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden, has died at 58, confirmed in a final message on his official Facebook page and shared by a close associate. Known for his bold persona and signature style, he leaves an enduring mark on action games.
Did a 1970 Ozzy Osbourne Track Inspire Robert Downey Jr.'s Take on Doctor Doom?
Did a 1970 Ozzy Osbourne Track Inspire Robert Downey Jr.'s Take on Doctor Doom?
Forget multiverse math—fans say the MCU’s wildest twist was hiding in a heavy metal classic, arguing that Black Sabbath’s Iron Man, with Ozzy Osbourne in the lineup, secretly maps Robert Downey Jr.’s path from hero to Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday.
Why The Duffer Brothers Told a Stranger Things Actor to Dial Back the Tears in the Finale
Why The Duffer Brothers Told a Stranger Things Actor to Dial Back the Tears in the Finale
After a decade building Stranger Things, creators Matt and Ross Duffer say they’re done with 10-year marathons—the goodbye is just too brutal.
Good Fortune Cast Guide: Who’s Who in Keanu Reeves’ Supernatural Comedy
Good Fortune Cast Guide: Who’s Who in Keanu Reeves’ Supernatural Comedy
Keanu Reeves holsters the guns and dons a halo in Good Fortune, a star-studded supernatural comedy and Aziz Ansari’s feature directing debut that premiered in Toronto.
Will Torrey DeVitto Scrub Back In? Chicago Med Star Hints at Natalie’s Return
Will Torrey DeVitto Scrub Back In? Chicago Med Star Hints at Natalie’s Return
Will Dr. Natalie Manning return to Chicago Med after Season 11? Torrey DeVitto sizes up the odds after six seasons in the main cast and guest turns in Seasons 7 and 8.
The Real Reason Toei Isn’t Happy With One Piece — Vincent Chansard Explains
The Real Reason Toei Isn’t Happy With One Piece — Vincent Chansard Explains
Legendary One Piece and Dragon Ball animator Vincent Chansard blasts Toei Animation’s poor sound direction as a near-hopeless mess in a candid YouTube interview with KOL: Requiem.
Hideo Kojima Welcomes AI as a Friend—Only to Tackle Tedious Tasks, Cut Costs, and Speed Up Development
Hideo Kojima Welcomes AI as a Friend—Only to Tackle Tedious Tasks, Cut Costs, and Speed Up Development
The mind behind Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding is poised to lead the creative push, harnessing AI to turbocharge efficiency.
The Flash Director Says Backlash, Not Quality, Killed a Good Movie
The Flash Director Says Backlash, Not Quality, Killed a Good Movie
Pride or blind spot? In a new interview with The Playlist, The Flash director Andy Muschietti claims the film crashed at the box office because people wanted it to, reigniting debate over whether audience apathy or creative missteps doomed the Ezra Miller-led DCEU bet.
An Overlooked Brad Pitt 2000s Gem Is Suddenly Dominating Streaming 18 Years Later
An Overlooked Brad Pitt 2000s Gem Is Suddenly Dominating Streaming 18 Years Later
Nearly 20 years after release, Brad Pitt’s 2007 Western The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford has galloped to No. 6 on MGM+’s streaming charts, per Flix Patrol — a surprise comeback for a film he once said no one loved.