Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Senior Editor / Content Lead

Aeron Mer Eclarinal is the Content Lead, Content Creator, and writer of The Direct. Aeron has been working for The Direct for three years, starting in March 2020. Aeron plays an active role in the day-to-day operations of The Direct by writing news and feature articles, ideating content, researching news, and creating social captions. 

Prior to joining The Direct, Aeron worked as a New Media Creator for 90.7 Love Radio of the Manila Broadcasting Company from 2016 to 2017. Aeron then worked as a Creative Solutions Specialist at Magic Inc

Aeron holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Far Eastern University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2016. 

You can follow Aeron on Twitter (@aeronchino) to stay up-to-date with his latest thoughts about all things superheroes and the galaxy far, far, away.

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Aeron Mer Eclarinal's Latest The Direct Articles

Dune 2 Gets New Release Update Amid Delay Concerns (Report)

Will Dune 2 be delayed from its November release? IMAX's Chief Executive Officer weighed in.

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The Flash Movie Photos Reveal HD Look at Jason Momoa's Cameo

The best look at Jason Momoa's Aquaman from The Flash is finally here.

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Netflix's One Piece Reboot Includes THAT Tragic Nami Scene, Confirms Actress

Emily Rudd just confirmed that an important scene featuring Nami will be in Netflix's live-action One Piece series.

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Dungeons & Dragons 2 Sequel Gets Official Update: Will It Happen?

Given that Dungeons & Dragons' story is far from over, many are wondering if a sequel will be made.

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Marvel Studios’ Final 2023 Project Gets Exciting Update from Star

The hype for the MCU's final project of the year is high after exciting comments from one of its stars.

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Avatar 3: New Photo Spoils Key Scene With Spider

A major interaction between two important Avatar 2 protagonists in the upcoming Avatar 3 movie has been revealed.

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Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man 4 May Still Happen, Says Franchise Actor

Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man 4 just received an exciting update from one of its villain actors!

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Marvel Studios Unveils Its First-Ever Disney+ Steelbook (Photos)

Another Disney+ series makes MCU history after official merchandise revealed new steelbooks for its physical release.

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John Wick 4 Receives New Title for Japan Release, And It's Perfect

John Wick 4 received an exciting new title for its release in Japan and it's quite fitting.

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The Flash Movie Photos Reveal HD Look at George Clooney's Bruce Wayne Cameo

The best look at George Clooney's DC return as Bruce Wayne is here, and he looks amazing.

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Barbie Soundtrack Released: Listen to All 17 Songs

Here's every song in Barbie's jampacked soundtrack that featured hits from Dua Lipa and Nicki Minaj.

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Batman & Robin Producer Blames 1 Thing for Movie's Failure

Batman & Robin producer Michael Uslan got brutally honest about the movie's failure.

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Dirty Dancing 2 Gets Disappointing Release Update

Next year's Dirty Dancing sequel received a discouraging release update.

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Super Mario Movie Celebrates Streaming Release With New Teaser Trailers

The Super Mario Bros. Movie is set to stream soon! Check out these new trailers to prepare.

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Transformers' Upcoming GI Joe Crossover Explained by Producer

Transformers' crossover with the G.I. Joe will happen sooner rather than later.

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Marvel Confirms Key Detail About Park Seo-Joon's MCU Character

Park Seo-Joon's character in Captain Marvel 2 is important. Here's why!

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'That's Bad News': Marvel Star Reacts to Getting Replaced by Harrison Ford as MCU President

Secret Invasion star Dermot Mulroney reflected on Harrison Ford's upcoming stint as the MCU's U.S. President in Captain America 4.

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Marvel Studios Just Teased Its Future X-Men Movie Plot

Secret Invasion Episode 4 has a pretty interesting Easter egg tied to the X-Men.

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DC Wants You to Watch 4 Superhero Shows Before James Gunn's Reboot

Here's why these 4 DC shows are important to watch before James Gunn's Superman: Legacy.

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James Gunn Bluntly Reacts to Daniel Craig's Lex Luthor Casting Rumor

It appears that a new DCU scoop regarding Lex Luthor was not safe from DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn.

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Avengers: Endgame Star Breaks Silence on Becoming a Skrull In the MCU

Boom, you lookin' for this? The Avengers star now plays a Skrull in Secret Invasion

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New Captain Marvel 2 Merch Reveals [SPOILERS] Now Has Kids

No way! An adorable character from 2019's Captain Marvel has kids in the sequel.

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Bel-Air Season 3 Gets Disappointing Release Update (Report)

Bel-Air Season 3 will not premiere anytime soon due to the writers' srtike.

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Disney+ Spider-Man Show Gets Update Amid Cancellation Concerns

Will Spider-Man: Freshman Year still premiere on Disney+? Here's a new update.

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Netflix's Power Rangers Reboot Gets Promising Update (Report)

It seems that a new team of Power Rangers will morph soon thanks to the latest update about the reboot.

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Poker Face Season 2 Gets Unfortunate Release Update

Oh no! Poker Face Season 2 is not expected to premiere on Peacock anytime soon.

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Captain Marvel 2 Reveals New Funko Pops for 6 Main Characters (Photos)

Funko unveils new The Marvels vinyl figures ahead of the sequel's theatrical premiere.

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The Boys: Gen V Spin-off Show Release Window Gets Announced

When will The Boys' Gen V spin-off series release? Here's the answer.

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First Footage of Joaquin Phoenix's Epic Napoleon Movie Released Online

The first footage of Ridley Scott and Joaquin Phoenix's first movie collaboration, Napoleon, was unveiled.

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Euphoria Season 3 Gets Disappointing Release Update (Report)

Uh-oh! It seems that fans won't see Euphoria Season 3 anytime soon due to the ongoing writers' strike.

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Ms. Marvel: 6 Deleted Scenes Released by Disney+

Disney+ unveiled several Ms. Marvel deleted scenes featuring the likes of Kamala Khan and her family.

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Wonka: Timothée Chalamet Releases Teaser for First Trailer

The first footage of Wonka will finally be released to the public very soon!

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My Adventures With Superman Cast, Characters and Actors

My Adventures with Superman features a stellar cast of actors, starring Jack Quaid and Alice Lee.

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Tom Cruise's Next Movie Gets Record-Breaking Score on Rotten Tomatoes

Tom Cruise's Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part I is well-liked by critics.

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'My Adventures With Superman' Gets Season 2 Announcement from DC Producer

After its Season 1 premiere, My Adventures with Superman just received a surprising renewal from Max.

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DC's Blue Beetle Movie Just Spoiled a Major Character Death

Oh no! A major character from DC's Blue Beetle movie will die. Here's who!

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Shang-Chi 2 Gets New Release Update from Marvel Star

Exciting news! Simu Liu just gave an official update on when to expect Shang-Chi 2.

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First Look at Jenna Ortega's Beetlejuice 2 Character (Photo)

Jenna Ortega's Beetlejuice 2 character looks gorgeous in these new set photos!

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First Look at Timothée Chalamet's Wonka Movie Logo Unveiled (Photo)

Wonka's official logo looks incredible as the movie's marketing appears to ramp up soon.

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Benedict Cumberbatch Announces Marvel Return for Upcoming MCU Movie

The Doctor Strange actor announced some exciting news for MCU fans. Is it for Doctor Strange 3?

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