Beatrice Manuel

Beatrice Manuel

Writer

Beatrice Manuel is a Writer at The Direct, covering entertainment news and features since 2025. With a background in B2B content strategy, fiction writing, and a lifelong love for film and television, she brings a global lens and a storyteller’s instinct to every piece.

She started her career at Goldman Sachs before pivoting to digital marketing and freelance writing, working with agencies like KlientBoost and contributing to platforms such as Cloudwards and MakeUseOf. Beatrice is a graduate of Christ University, where she earned a triple major in Bachelor of Commerce (Professional) in 2018. 

As a third culture kid, she gravitates toward stories that explore identity, emotion, and the human condition across genres. You can keep up with what she's watching on Letterboxd!

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Beatrice Manuel's Latest The Direct Articles

Why I Think DC Is Making The Wonder Woman Movie a Bigger Priority Than Superman 2

DC Studios shifted focus to Wonder Woman. Here’s what it signals for Superman 2 and the new DCU slate.

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Fantastic Four 2025 Director Explains the Real Science Behind Their Powers

Marvel’s Fantastic Four reboot is leaning into real science. Here’s what the director revealed about it.

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day - 7 Ways Norman Osborn Could Be Different in the MCU

Marvel Studios' Spider-Man: Brand New Day could set the stage for a unique version of Norman Osborn.

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Is the Evil Eye Bad in Dandadan? Jiji's Possession Explained

The Evil Eye’s dark influence over Jiji might mean more for Dandadan than fans expected.

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The Summer Hikaru Died: Why This Horror Anime Actually Counts as BL

Unpack the eerie bond at the heart of The Summer Hikaru Died and why it blurs the line between horror and BL.

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How Dandadan Season 2 Is Bringing Real Horror Back to Cryptid Anime

Dandadan Season 2 blends horror, comedy, and chaos to bring real fear back to cryptid and alien anime storytelling.

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Dandadan's Season 2 Premiere's Real Villains Aren't Monsters, They're Much Worse

Dandadan Season 2 kicks off with chaos, but the real threat lurking behind the monsters may shock the anime’s fans.

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2025 Fantastic Four Trailers Are Hiding the Movie's Biggest Tragedy

Marvel’s 2025 Fantastic Four trailers tease action, but one emotional twist remains hidden in plain sight.

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Netflix Summer Anime 2025: 6 Most Exciting Anime Series Releasing This Summer

Netflix's summer 2025 anime lineup promises thrilling returns and exciting debuts for fans worldwide.

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Mission: Impossible Rabbit's Foot Finally Gets Explained After 18 Years In Final Reckoning

The long-standing Mission: Impossible mystery behind the Rabbit’s Foot finally gets the spotlight it deserves.

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Anne Shirley Anime Just Did Something No One Expected (And It's Perfect)

The Anne Shirley anime reimagines the classic heroine in a bold new way that fans of Anne of Green Gables won't see coming.

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Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning - Every Main Character’s Fate Revealed (Spoilers)

Explore every main character’s fate in Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and what it means for the franchise.

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Every Major Death That Shapes Ethan Hunt Before Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning - From IMF Mentors to Fallen Team Members

Explore the most pivotal deaths that influenced Ethan Hunt’s journey and set the stage for his final mission.

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