He was born on September 11th, 2003 in Boca Raton, FL. At 11 years old he was inspired by “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” to enroll into his school's newspaper class. However, due to a mistake,  he was put into a digital video production class, starting a lifelong passion for filmmaking.

At 15, he auditioned and got into a local arts school, where he was able to surround himself with other creatives and began learning the foundations of storytelling and video production.

He then went on to attend the Savannah College of Art and Design where he will graduate from in June 2026, earning a BFA in Film and Television Production (with a focus in directing) and a minor in Acting for the Camera.

He has already developed a name for himself in the local film community as a reliable, talented actor. Acting in all sorts of projects, from romantic comedies to gory body horror. At the same time taking various classes and lectures to hone his craft, both as an actor and filmmaker.

With a strong sense of comedic timing, and a love for found footage, he continues to explore his skillset as he develops his own style as a film maker.

Leonardo Pastro is a filmmaker and actor based out of Atlanta, Georgia.