Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Content Lead, Content Creator, Writer

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

Ahsoka Disney+ Show Gets 2023 Release Window

A new report revealed an updated release window for Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka series.

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James Spader's Ultron Rumored to Return in This New Marvel Movie

The MCU's Ultron, played by James Spader, is rumored to make a comeback in an upcoming Phase 5 movie.

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The Last of Us Season Finale Will Be Controversial, Reveals Star

The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey teased that the upcoming finale is "going to divide" fans.

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Loki Season 2 Producer Teases Tom Hiddleston’s Next Journey

Loki Season 2 producer Stephen Broussard teased the new heroic arc of Tom Hiddleston's titular character.

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The Last of Us: HBO Reveals New Look at Ashley Johnson's Special Character

A new The Last of Us trailer revealed a special look at Ashley Johnson's new character in the HBO show's finale.

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Fantastic Four: Kevin Feige Overseeing Rigorous Casting for New Actors (Report)

A new report revealed that Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige is closely overseeing the casting process for the MCU's Fantastic Four.

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Every New DC Superhero Movie In James Gunn's Slate, Ranked by Excitement Level

The DCU is filled with new exciting movies, and here's each one in it ranked by excitement level.

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Michael B. Jordan's Publicist Shuts Down Superman Question

Michael B. Jordan's publicist denied a reporter's question about his rumored Superman project with DC.

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Disney+ Reveals New MCU Timeline Order With Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Disney+ revealed when exactly Black Panther: Wakanda Forever takes place in the MCU's timeline.

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Florence Pugh Defends the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Black Widow star Florence Pugh defended the Marvel Cinematic Universe by saying, "there's beauty" in the franchise's massive storylines.

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MCU Young Avengers Rumored to Include Vision’s Child

The MCU's growing roster of Young Avengers is rumored to add Vision's Child, Viv.

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Gotham Knights TV Reviews: Critics Slam 'Messy' Batman Show

The first critic reactions to The CW's Gotham Knights series are finally here.

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The Mandalorian Season 3 Releases Gorgeous New Episode 1 Posters

Disney released stunning new posters for The Mandalorian Season 3.

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The CW Just Spoiled Batwoman's Arrowverse Return

The CW announced Javicia Leslie's return as Batwoman in The Flash Season 9 Episode 4.

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Mario Movie Director Defends Chris Pratt’s Casting Amid Backlash

Super Mario Bros. directors Michael Jelenic and Aaron Horvath said that Chris Pratt's casting "made total sense."

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The Mandalorian Fans Shocked by New Grogu Luke Skywalker Reveal

The Mandalorian showrunner Jon Favreau's latest confirmation about Grogu sent shockwaves across Star Wars fans everywhere.

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Disney Changes Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Release Date In UK

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is confirmed to premiere two days earlier in some territories outside the United States.

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Ant-Man Quantumania Bad Reviews: Writer Breaks Silence on Negative Reaction

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania writer Jeff Loveness shared his reaction to the MCU movie's bad reviews.

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The Flash TV Finale Brings Back Iconic DC Villain

New set photos from The Flash Season 9 finale reveal the return of a major Arrowverse villain.

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The Mandalorian Season 3 Premiere: Exact TIME of Release on Disney+

Here's the exact time of The Mandalorian's Season 3 premiere on Disney+ on Wednesday, March 1.

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Venom 2 Nearly Included More of Tom Holland's Spider-Man

Venom: Let There Be Carnage director revealed that Tom Holland's Spider-Man almost had a bigger role in the sequel.

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The Flash Season 9's Surprising Arrowverse Villain Team-Up Revealed (Photos)

New set photos spoiled a major battle featuring Grant Gustin's Flash and an unexpected group of supervillains.

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MCU: 7 Upcoming Movies & Disney+ Shows Teased By Ant-Man: Quantumania

Here are seven upcoming MCU shows and movies that Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania teased.

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The Flash: New Photos Spoil TV Finale Supervillain

New set photos revealed the first look at The Flash Season 9's final Arrowverse villain.

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Deleted Spider-Man: No Way Home Scene Released Online for Free

Sony Pictures and Netflix released Matt Murdock's deleted scene from Spider-Man: No Way Home online.

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Green Lantern TV Show: Everything We Know So Far

James Gunn officially announced a new Green Lantern series for HBO Max under the DCU umbrella, and here's everything you need to know about it.

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First Look at The Flash TV Finale Spoils Big Twist (Set Photos)

New set photos revealed the first look at several characters teaming up in The Flash's series finale.

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Avengers 5: Namor's Role Might’ve Just Been Announced

Avengers: The Kang Dynasty writer Jeff Loveness said he is excited about writing Namor, potentially indicating that the Talokan leader could appear.

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Marvel Casts The Walking Dead Star In Major MCU Role

The Walking Dead and Nope actor Steven Yeun reportedly landed a signficant role in the MCU's Thunderbolts.

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Marvel Studios' Echo 2023 Release Just Got Teased by Alaqua Cox

Maya Lopez actress Alaqua Cox teased that Marvel Studios' Echo could release on Disney+ later this year.

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Euphoria Season 3 Update Delays Release Date Projections

A new production update about Euphoria Season 3 indicated that the next batch of episodes could premiere in the latter half of 2024.

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The CW’s Flash References Robert Pattinson’s Batman, and Fans Are Not Happy

The CW's The Flash series featured a major reveal that referenced Robert Pattinson's Batman, but it didn't sit well with fans.

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WandaVision’s Agatha Spin-off Gets Frustrating Release Update

Agatha: Coven of Chaos received a disappointing update when it comes to its potential Disney+ release date.

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Venom 3: Tom Hardy Shares Prep Announcement

Tom Hardy released a brand-new deleted scene from Venom while confirming that Venom 3 is in pre-production.

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Why Ant-Man 3: Quantumania Abandoned Michael Peña’s Luis, Explained by Director

Ant-Man 3 director Peyton Reed explained why Michael Pena's Luis didn't appear in the threequel.

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Disney+ X-Men Producer Teases Scarlet Witch Role In New Show

X-Men ’97 executive producer/head writer Beau DeMayo teased the possible appearance of Scarlet Witch in the Disney+ series.

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Avengers 5 Rumored to Kill Off 1 Major Hero

A new rumor hinted at one major death in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.

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Rudy Pankow Bluntly Reacts to Marvel Role Prospects

Outer Banks star Rudy Pankow reacted to rumors of him potentially joining the MCU.

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Aquaman 2 Test Screenings Claim Film Is "Boring"

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom received disappointing updates from its test screenings.

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James Gunn Clears Confusion on Man of Steel 2

DC Studios head James Gunn addressed fan confusion about Man of Steel 2.

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