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

Black Widow Reviews: How Are Critics Reacting To the Scarlett Johansson Film?

The first reactions to Marvel Studios' Black Widow have arrived, and most of them are praising the film's ensemble cast.

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Loki: New Episode Clarifies His Real Superpowers In the MCU

The latest episode of Loki gave an explanation to the God of Mischief's complicated powers.

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The Suicide Squad: New Images Show Margot Robbie, Idris Elba & More In Task Force X Groups

Two new stills from The Suicide Squad have been released, and it teases the team's dangerous mission.

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Loki: Easter Egg References Hulk & Valkyrie’s Revengers In New Episode

The latest episode includes a fun Easter egg that ties to Taika Waititi's Thor: Ragnarok.

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Shazam 2: New Set Photo Shows Return of Djimon Hounsou's Ancient Wizard

New set photos have confirmed the return of Djimon Hounsou's Ancient Wizard from 2019's Shazam!

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Loki: Miss Minutes Receives Her Own Official Poster

Miss Minutes takes the spotlight in a brand-new Loki poster from Marvel Studios.

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Black Widow: New Video Teases Prison Break & Heartbreak In Scarlett Johansson Movie

In the brand new featurette, Scarlett Johansson described Black Widow as something that the "Marvel universe has never experienced before."

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Black Widow: New Clip Shows Scarlett Johansson & Florence Pugh In Action

A new clip from Black Widow features an intense sequence featuring the Red Room agents, Natasha Romanoff, and Yelena Belova.

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Star Wars: Forest Whitaker Confirmed To Return In Disney+'s Rogue One Spin-off, Andor

Stellan Skargsard confirmed that Rogue One's Forrest Whitaker, who played Saw Gerrera in the spinoff, will return in Andor.

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Loki's Nexus Revealed: WandaVision Easter Egg Explained

Loki revealed a major WandaVision connection by mentioning the existence of a Nexus event that could lead to a multiversal war if left unchecked.

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Avengers: Endgame's Time Heist Receives New Meaning In Loki Premiere

Judge Renslayer revealed the main reason why the TVA didn't interfere during the Time Heist of Avengers: Endgame.

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WB Boss Teases Crossover of DC Cinematic Universe With HBO Max

Warner Bros. Pictures Group Chairman Toby Emmerich said that HBO Max "presents a huge opportunity" for DC to create more films for lesser-known heroes.

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DC's Blue Beetle Superhero Movie Planned For Streaming Debut

DC movies like Batgirl and Blue Beetle will reportedly go straight to streaming.

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Loki Disney+: Possible Secret Wars Connection Addressed By MCU Writer

Loki creator Michael Waldron addressed the potential Secret Wars connections of the upcoming Marvel series.

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Loki: Episode 1 & 2 Runtimes Revealed For Disney+ Show

The runtimes of the first two episodes of Loki have been revealed, and it is longer than expected.

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The Flash Movie: New Set Photo Shows Michael Keaton's Bloody Batman Costume

Michael Keaton's iconic Batman suit is dripping with blood in this new behind-the-scenes image from The Flash.

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Thor 4: Taika Waititi Is Ready To Have Nervous Breakdown Finishing Up the Chris Hemsworth Sequel

Taika Waititi is ready to work hard to fully finish Thor: Love and Thunder in post-production.

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WandaVision Creator Finally Answers Why Scarlet Witch's Hex Was TV Broadcasted

WandaVision creator Jac Schaeffer has revealed the reason behind Wanda Maximoff's TV broadcast from inside Westview.

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Black Widow Runtime Reportedly Clocks In Longer Than Thor: Ragnarok

The updated runtime of Black Widow has been revealed, and it is rumored to be longer than Taika Waititi's Thor: Ragnarok.

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Marvel Reportedly Wants Fantastic Beasts Star Carmen Ejogo To Play New MCU Character

Carmen Ejogo is reportedly in talks to star in Samuel L. Jackson's Secret Invasion series on Disney+.

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Thor 4 Actor Sam Neill Is Very Confused About Chris Hemsworth's Marvel Movies

Sam Neill has revealed that he had no idea who he was playing in Taika Waititi's Thor: Ragnarok.

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Disney Unveils New Poster For Falcon and the Winter Soldier's Awards Campaign

Disney has released a new "For Your Consideration" poster for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Joker 2: Joaquin Phoenix Sequel Reportedly Bringing Back Todd Phillips To Write DC Script

Joker writer Todd Philipps will reportedly return to pen the planned sequel of the 2019 DC film.

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Loki: Tom Hiddleston Gets Smacked In the Face In New Disney+ Teaser

The new promo spot reveals more of the dynamic between Loki and Owen Wilson's Mobius.

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Black Widow: New Image Teases Villain Wreckage In Scarlett Johansson Movie

A new behind-the-scenes image from Black Widow teases the film's thrilling action sequences.

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Netflix's The Sandman Casts Jenna Coleman, Patton Oswalt & More

Netflix's Sandman reveals its star-studded cast which includes Patton Oswalt, Jenna Coleman, and more

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Loki: Marvel Reveals Posters For 4 Main Characters In Tom Hiddleston Series

Four new posters from Marvel Studios showcase the stunning ensemble of Tom Hiddleston's Loki series.

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Loki Disney+: Photos Tease New Scenes With Tom Hiddleston & Owen Wilson

A new batch of stills from Loki revealed a fresh look at the dynamic between Tom Hiddleston's titular character and Owen Wilson's Mobius.

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Marvel's Eternals: Gemma Chan Reveals Biggest Challenge of MCU Return

Gemma Chan has opened up about returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe after her stint during 2019's Captain Marvel.

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Loki Disney+: New Poster Shows Tom Hiddleston In His Avengers Costume

A new poster for Loki shows the titular character wearing a familiar MCU costume.

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Marvel: Future Fight Updates Agents of SHIELD and Daredevil Characters With 'Marvel Studios' Label

New evidence suggests that Agents of SHIELD and Marvel's Netflix shows could be coming home to Marvel Studios soon.

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Thor 4: Marvel Writer Hypes Up Natalie Portman's Jane Foster Role

Marvel Comics writer Jason Aaron expressed his excitement for Jane Foster's MCU comeback in Thor: Love and Thunder.

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The Batman Star Robert Pattinson Signs Overall Deal With Warner Bros. For Future Productions

Robert Pattinson signed a production deal with Warner Bros., seemingly pointing to a bright future for The Batman franchise moving forward.

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Marvel's Shang-Chi: New Image Shows Simu Liu & Awkwafina Looking Concerned

Shang-Chi, Xialing, and Katy look worried in this official still from Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Merch Teases Trouble For Emily VanCamp's Sharon Carter

New The Falcon and the Winter Soldier merchandise may offer hints about Sharon Carter's post-Civil War status.

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Emily VanCamp Responds To Backlash of Captain America: Civil War's Steve & Sharon Kiss

Emily VanCamp pointed out that there was "quite a bit of backlash" when Steve and Sharon kissed during Captain America: Civil War.

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Marvel Star Thinks Captain America Should've Pardoned Sharon Carter During Avengers: Endgame

Emily VanCamp agreed that Captain America should've helped facilitate Sharon Carter's pardon during Avengers: Endgame.

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Marvel Releases 4 New Character Posters For The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Four new posters showcase the core cast members of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Disney+ series.

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Marvel Leak Teases Return of Captain America: Civil War Item In Falcon and Winter Soldier

A new batch of leaked action figures for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier teased spoiler-heavy plot points for the series.

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Marvel Star Reveals What Baron Zemo's Been Doing Since Captain America: Civil War

Daniel Brühl revealed intriguing details about Zemo's arc in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier in a recent interview.

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