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 Stories

Marvel's Eternals Beats MCU Phase 4 Movies With Early Tickets Earnings

Eternals' early tickets earnings have been unveiled, and signs point to an impressive theatrical debut for the Marvel film.

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Brie Larson's Captain Marvel vs. Angelina Jolie's Thena? Marvel Producer Comments on Fight Prospects

Marvel Studios producer Nate Moore weighed in on a potential clash between Angelina Jolie's Thena and Brie Larson's Captain Marvel.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Composer Won't Return For Third Movie In Franchise

Director James Gunn confirmed that Kick-Ass composer John Murphy will be the composer for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

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Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+: Kumail Nanjiani Teases His Familiar Star Wars Character Type

Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani expressed excitement about his upcoming Star Wars debut in the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series.

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Marvel's Eternals Reveals Lots of New Footage of Angelina Jolie, Salma Hayek & More

A new Eternals featurette was revealed, featuring tons of fresh footage of the MCU's cosmic immortals.

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Will Game of Thrones' Kit Harington Become a Superhero In Eternals? Marvel Producer Responds

Marvel Studios producer Nate Moore teased the Black Knight future of Kit Harington's Dane Whitman.

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Marvel's Kevin Feige Teases Major Changes to Avengers Universe After Eternals Movie

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige teased that Eternals will redefine the MCU entirely.

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Marvel Rumor Reveals Details for Shang-Chi Disney+ Spin-off Show

An MCU spinoff starring Xialing's Ten Rings organization was rumored to be in the works from Marvel Studios.

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The Flash Movie Crew Celebrates Filming Wrap (Photo)

The Flash crew member Colin Nicolson celebrated the filming wrap of the DCEU movie on Instagram.

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Shang-Chi Star Simu Liu Reacts to Criticism Against Marvel Movie Ending

Simu Liu shared a powerful message to address the ending of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

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Spider-Man Star Tom Holland Thought Marvel Fired Him After Captain America: Civil War

Tom Holland shared that he almost broke his computer upon finding out that he is the MCU's Spider-Man.

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WandaVision: Marvel Developing Spin-off Show for Kathryn Hahn's Agatha

A WandaVision spinoff starring Kathryn Hahn's Agatha Harkness was reported to be in development.

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The Flash Movie Reveals New Look at Ezra Miller's Barry Allen In Science Lab

Alongside a first look at the DCEU movie, Ezra Miller teased that The Flash will "blow people heads off."

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Venom 2: Let There Be Carnage Director Reveals Questionable Purpose of Post-Credits Scene

Venom: Let There Be Carnage director Andy Serkis shared that the film's post-credits scene is an indicator that "these universes are going to somehow collide."

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MCU Blade: Marvel Accidently Reveals Original Release Date of Mahershala Ali Movie

Marvel India’s social media account suggested that Blade was eyeing an October 2022 release.

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One of MCU's New Best Characters to Debut In Guardians' Holiday Special, Claims Director

James Gunn teased that "one of the greatest MCU characters" will be introduced in Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.

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Venom 2 Beats Shang-Chi With Box Office Previews

Venom: Let There Be Carnage managed to defeat Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings in box office previews.

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Angelina Jolie Rejected One Famous Superhero Role Before Eventually Joining Marvel's Eternals

Angelina Jolie revealed that she was almost cast as a different hero before joining Marvel Studios' Eternals.

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Doctor Strange 2 Director Explains Marvel Return After Spider-Man 3 Negativity

Doctor Strange 2 director Sam Raimi opened up about the mental challenges of returning to Marvel after an 'awful' Spider-Man 3.

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Avengers: Age of Ultron Receives a Tragic Twist In New Trailer for Marvel's What If

A new trailer for What If...? teased the ramifications of Ultron's victory against the Avengers.

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The Flash Meets Stargirl In CW's Next Superhero Crossover (Photos)

Stargirl's major crossover with The Flash is showcased in a new batch of stills from the CW series.

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Ant-Man 3: Yellowjacket Actor Corey Stoll Has Suspicious Response to Marvel Return Rumors

Ant-Man actor Corey Stoll admitted that he can't answer if he will return as Darren Cross in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.

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Marvel's Avengers Game Unveils Robert Downey Jr's Original Iron Man Suit From the MCU

The latest Marvel's Avengers skin was revealed, and it is inspired by 2008's Iron Man.

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Shang-Chi Photos Reveal the Crazy Way Marvel Shot Those Dragon Scenes

A full breakdown of the dragon battle scenes in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was revealed.

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Marvel Studios Forms New President Position for Avengers: Endgame Producer Victoria Alonso

A new report stated that Marvel Studios veteran Victoria Alonso has been promoted to a brand-new position.

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Black Panther 2: Angela Bassett Addresses Letitia Wright Hospitalization and Sequel Script

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever actress Angela Bassett addressed the recent on-set injury of Letitia Wright in a new interview.

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MCU Eternals: Every Superpower of 10 Main Heroes Revealed by Angelina Jolie, Gemma Chan & More

The powers and abilities of every Eternals' team member were broken down by the film's all-star cast.

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Marvel's Ant-Man 3 Reportedly Films at One Otherworldly-Like Location

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania reportedly filmed scenes in a unique location.

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Doctor Strange's Wong Opens a Portal In Official New Shang-Chi Poster

Three new character posters for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings feature pivotal side characters.

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Star Wars Reveals Adorable Baby Yoda Cover for The Mandalorian Season 2 Art Book

The official cover art of The Art of The Mandalorian (Season 2) features the runaway pair of Grogu and Din Djarin in a touching moment.

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Denis Villeneuve Criticizes Marvel Movies: 'Turned Us Into Zombies'

Dune director Denis Villeneuve shared his belief that too many Marvel movies are nothing more than a "cut and paste" of others.

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Is Marvel Ruining Movie Stars? Kevin Feige Responds With Chris Hemsworth Reference

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige believes that comic book movies don't erode the foundation of a traditional movie star.

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Marvel Writer Hints at Live-Action Zombies Coming to the MCU

A new rumor claimed that a live-action MCU Zombie project might soon be underway.

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Marvel Highlights Avengers: Endgame, Thor: Ragnarok & More MCU Movies In What If's New Trailer

The mid-season trailer for What If...? showcased many memorable MCU moments in an animated format.

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Hawkeye: New Image of Jeremy Renner & Hailee Steinfeld Teases Clint & Kate's Subway Scene

An official still from Hawkeye showcased Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld's MCU characters.

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Batman v Superman Star Jesse Eisenberg Addresses If Lex Luthor Could Return

Jesse Eisenberg responded to the question of whether he would return as Lex Luthor in a future DCEU project.

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Shang-Chi Concept Art Features Dragon vs. Dragon Battle Scene

An official keyframe from Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings unveils a major moment from the final battle.

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DC: Injustice Movie Trailer Pits Joker vs. Superman

The first trailer for the animated Injustice spin-off film showcased the Joker's nefarious plan to turn Superman to the dark side.

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Benedict Cumberbatch Speaks Out on Scarlett Johansson's Disney Battle

Doctor Strange actor Benedict Cumberbatch opened up about his feelings toward Scarlett Johansson's legal battle against Disney.

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Shang-Chi: Post-Credits' Comics Connection Teased by Marvel Director

Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton addressed the mysterious narrative that the film's mid-credits scene is trying to tease.

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