Pierre Chanliau was approached to join The Direct as a writer before the site launched in 2020 based on his prior two years of experience at MCU Exchange and his extensive role as a moderator for the unofficial Marvel Studios subreddit, which had, at the time of his hiring, one million members and boasts over three million today.
His understanding of comics makes him especially adept at writing about the MCU and DCU. Pierre routinely uses his extensive knowledge of comic books to help write insightful features and assist his colleagues in enhancing their news articles.
Before joining The Direct, Pierre graduated from Breda University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Creative Media and Game Technologies. But, he is currently pursuing a Masters in Writing for Script & Screen at Falmouth University.
You can follow Pierre on Twitter (@Pierre_Chanliau) to keep track of his latest thoughts about films, comic books, and the entertainment landscape.
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Pierre Chanliau's Latest Stories
Batman: New DC Animated Movie Gets Kung Fu-Inspired First Look
A new animated Batman movie to release in early 2021 will be based on 1970s kung fu.
Marvel's Shang-Chi: New Set Video Shows Massive Asian Village
News footage shows that a massive set of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is back in production in Australia.
Marvel Studios Concept Artist Reveals Another MCU Baron Zemo Design
Andy Park shows fans another piece of Helmut Zemo concept art from Captain America: Civil War, but this time, with a sword.
MCU: 10 Huge Opportunities That Marvel Missed Out On
From the development of Hulk to the delay of Black Panther & Captain Marvel, here are 10 of the MCU's biggest missed opportunities...
New Wonder Woman 1984 Trailer Set for August Debut With Inception Re-Release
In celebration of the re-release of "Inception" Warner Brother will release new "Wonder Woman 1984" trailer with it.
Black Widow Actor Reveals He Almost Had to Give Up His Role
O. T. Fagbenle almost didn't make the cut for "Black Widow" due to scheduling conflict with his series "Maxxx."
Hawkeye Casting Reveals New Character for Jeremy Renner's Disney+ Show
Casting is underway for "Hawkeye" as the series looks for a male eastern European.
Thor: Love and Thunder's Natalie Portman Shares Update on Production
Natalie Portman talks about getting "jacked" for Thor: Love and Thunder, and where and when they'll begin shooting.
Katherine Langford Wants to Reprise Her Avengers: Endgame Role as Iron Man's Daughter
Katherine Langford talks about her cut scene from Avengers: Endgame and whether she'll appear again.
Zendaya & Tom Holland Share a Laugh in New Spider-Man: Far From Home Image
A still photographer for Spider-Man: Far From Home released a new behind-the-scenes photo.
MCU's Ms. Marvel Show Set to Begin Filming Later This Year
Ms. Marvel will reportedly begin production in November 2020 and wrap up in March 2021.
Marvel's Kat Dennings Talks WandaVision & Thor: Love and Thunder
Kat Dennings describes her role in WandaVision and potential involvement in Thor: Love and Thunder.
Suicide Squad: New Script Page Reveals Alternate Finale Between Joker and The Enchantress
David Ayer reveals another scene from Suicide Squad that was removed.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: New Casting Confirms Avengers: Endgame Connection
Some recent stunt casting further points to the Yakuza being present in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
WandaVision Could Directly Reference Events in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
WandaVision might have references to events in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, tying the two shows together.
Tom Holland Knows When Spider-Man 3 Will Finish Filming
Tom Holland says that he should be finished with Uncharted and Spider-Man 3 early next year.
Noah Centineo Joins Black Adam as Atom Smasher
Jaume Collet-Serra joins Dwayne Johnson in "Black Adam" as Atom Smasher
Wonder Woman 1984 Tie-In Comic Will Preview Hostage Situation From Movie
DC plans on releasing a tie-in comic to "Wonder Woman 1984" that will directly lead into the movie.
Loki Disney+: 'Unexpected' Sci-Fi Elements Teased by Showrunner
Kate Herron, director and showrunner of Loki, backs claim that fans should expect the unexpected from the upcoming Disney+ series.
The Batman Will Reportedly No Longer Film On-Location
The Batman will begin production again in September, but with all previously planned shooting locations being scrapped.
Marvel Studios Artist Reveals Non-Official Design of Shang-Chi In Tribute to Bruce Lee
Charlie Wen has released unofficial concept art of Shang-Chi inspired by Bruce Lee.
Ms. Marvel Disney+ Series May Involve Time Travel in a Unique Way
Theoretical physicist Clifford Johnson is advising for "Ms. Marvel," which has potentially interesting implications.
Suicide Squad Director Has No Regrets About Movie Despite Support of Ayer Cut
David Ayer reiterates that he doesn't regret his time on Suicide Squad even after the fan campaign for his cut to be released.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Daniel Brühl Talks Working With Anthony Mackie & Sebastian Stan
Daniel Brühl describes his happiness at seeing Zemo's iconic mask and working with Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie again.
Birds of Prey Movie Gets HBO Max Release Date
Birds of Prey will be coming to HBO Max on August 15th.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Teases Third Movie, Animated Spin-off and Flashbacks
Wonder Woman Director Patty Jenkins talks about where's she at in terms of developing Wonder Woman 3 and a potential spin-off, while also dishing out new details on the upcoming sequel.
Gal Gadot's Justice League Stand-In Unveils New Images From Reshoots
Caitlin Burles, Gal Gadot's stunt double, shows BTS photos from 2017's Justice League.
Why Dave Bautista Had to Wear A 'Shirt' to Play Drax in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
James Gunn details the streamlined makeup method for Drax and the backstory for the character's tattoos.
Ben Affleck's Knightmare Batman Receives New Poster for HBO Max's Batman v. Superman Release
Zack Snyder promotes Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: Ultimate Edition, now streaming on HBO Max.
Zatanna Movie Reportedly in The Works at Warner Brothers
Warner Brothers is supposedly developing a Zatanna movie, and maybe more.
Batman v Superman Ultimate Edition Replaces Theatrical Cut on HBO Max
HBO Max has removed the theatrical cut of "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" and replaced it with the Ultimate Edition.
Tom Holland's Spider-Man Success Causing Sony to Question Their Marvel Spinoff Movie Plans
Sony seems to be questioning their spin-offs and whether or not they need Spider-Man in them to be successful.
David Ayer Reveals One of Killer Croc's Controversial Suicide Squad Lines Wasn't Written by Him
David Ayer says that Killer Croc's "BET" line wasn't his doing.
Shang-Chi Star Teases 'Awesome' Footage That Marvel Studios Could Have Shared at Comic-Con
Simu Liu talks about "awesome" footage of Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings he hoped Marvel Studios would share at Comic-Con.
Asa Butterfield Says Losing to Tom Holland for MCU's Spider-Man Role Was 'Tough'
Asa Butterfield expresses his thoughts about his audition as Spider-Man.
WandaVision Will Reportedly Have At Least Nine Episodes
WandaVision will have more than the initially reported six episodes.
James Gunn Says He Would Not Direct an Avengers Movie for Marvel Studios
James Gunn is asked whether or not he would ever direct an Avengers movie.
James Gunn's 'Suicide Squad': Visual Effects to be Done by International VFX Company
Scanline VFX will work with James Gunn again on "The Suicide Squad" after their work with "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2"
Marvel Studios Still Planning to Introduce Thanos' Brother, Starfox, to the MCU
Brother of Thanos, Starfox, still has a future in MCU, but it might not be in "The Eternals."
Avengers: Endgame's Linda Cardellini Wants to Return to the MCU in a Big Way
Linda Cardellini discussing her role in the MCU as Hawkeye's wife, Laura Barton.
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