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.

Smokey and the Bandit (1977): 15 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
Smokey and the Bandit (1977): 15 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
It looked like a simple Southern comedy. Fast cars, broad jokes, and a truck full of Coors beer. But behind the scenes, Smokey and the Bandit was barely holding together. 
This Actor Utterly Hated John Wayne, Now We Know Why
This Actor Utterly Hated John Wayne, Now We Know Why
Red River may be a classic Western, but behind the scenes, the set was anything but friendly. Two stars shared the screen — and barely tolerated each other off it.  
Don't Miss 3 Biggest Apple TV+ Series Coming in July
Don't Miss 3 Biggest Apple TV+ Series Coming in July
Apple TV+ wants your summer — or at least a slice of your subscription budget — and it's rolling out three major series in July to convince you it's more than just a Ted Lasso machine.
New AMC Show Nautilus is a Must-Watch for Doctor Who Fans
New AMC Show Nautilus is a Must-Watch for Doctor Who Fans
The origin story of Captain Nemo has finally surfaced — years after it was originally supposed to.
Blazing Saddles (1974): 20 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
Blazing Saddles (1974): 20 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
Mel Brooks' 1974 Western satire was chaotic from the start. 
This 1980s Stephen King Horror Is the Hidden Gem Streaming Free on Tubi
This 1980s Stephen King Horror Is the Hidden Gem Streaming Free on Tubi
If you've burned through the usual Stephen King hits—The Shining, Misery, Carrie—and are wondering where the weird ones are hiding, Cat's Eye just quietly crept onto Tubi. And it's worth a look.
Young Frankenstein (1974): 20 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
Young Frankenstein (1974): 20 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder's Young Frankenstein wasn't just a parody of old horror films—it was a full resurrection. 
2% on Rotten Tomatoes: Jaws 4 Was Worse Than You Remember
2% on Rotten Tomatoes: Jaws 4 Was Worse Than You Remember
Directed by Joseph Sargent and clearly rushed into theaters to cash in on name recognition, Jaws: The Revenge did more than just flop — it retroactively made people appreciate how hard Spielberg carried the first film.
What Really Happened to Sig Hansen From Deadliest Catch?
What Really Happened to Sig Hansen From Deadliest Catch?
For a guy who spends most of his life dodging waves the size of buildings, Sig Hansen has somehow managed to make surviving reality TV look even harder.
The Cannonball Run (1981): 20 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
The Cannonball Run (1981): 20 Weird Facts You Didn't Know!
It started as an illegal street race across America. By the time it hit theaters, it had turned into one of the most chaotic studio comedies of the decade. Actors showed up drunk, dialogue was rewritten in parking lots, and one stunt nearly led to federal charges.