Pierre Chanliau was approached to join The Direct as a writer before the site launched in 2020 based on his prior two years of experience at MCU Exchange and his extensive role as a moderator for the unofficial Marvel Studios subreddit, which had, at the time of his hiring, one million members and boasts over three million today.
His understanding of comics makes him especially adept at writing about the MCU and DCU. Pierre routinely uses his extensive knowledge of comic books to help write insightful features and assist his colleagues in enhancing their news articles.
Before joining The Direct, Pierre graduated from Breda University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Creative Media and Game Technologies. But, he is currently pursuing a Masters in Writing for Script & Screen at Falmouth University.
You can follow Pierre on Twitter (@Pierre_Chanliau) to keep track of his latest thoughts about films, comic books, and the entertainment landscape.
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Pierre Chanliau's Latest The Direct Articles
Marvel Studios Reveals The MCU’s 10th Villain Tony Stark Is Responsible For Creating
Tony Stark has had a habit of creating villains in life and death, with Jocasta in VisionQuest only the latest example.
MCU Boss Kevin Feige Is Officially Giving 1 New Mandate For Marvel Comics
The newest editor-in-chief of Marvel Comics recently shared an encouraging conversation he had with Kevin Feige.
BioShock Movie Gets Official Status Update From Director Francis Lawrence: 'It Is A Tough Nut To Crack That World And That Story' (Exclusive)
Director Francis Lawrence gives BioShock fans an encouraging update on the movie's development.
Clayface Movie Canonizes Obscure Gotham Villain From Canceled Batman Series
While crime boss Markos Szabo in Clayface might be familiar to some fans, he also represents a dying breed of criminal.
3 Years Later, James Gunn Still Won't Settle Blue Beetle’s DCU Canon Status
While Xolo Maridueña's Blue Beetle was announced to return to the DCU, it's unclear whether his movie is still canon.
Avengers: Doomsday Promo Unveils Magneto’s New MCU Power
A new look at Ian McKellen's Magneto hints at one aspect of his magnetic powers that has yet to be seen in live action: control of electricity.
Avatar Seven Havens Title Has A Deeper Connection To The Last Airbender's 7 Chakras
After Korra destroyed the world, the citizens of Avatar took shelter in the Seven Havens, which seem to correspond to the Chakras of the Avatar State.
Avatar Seven Havens: Could Pavi Or Nisha Be The Dark Avatar?
With there being two Avatars now in Seven Havens, one of them has to have Raava and the other Vaatu, but which twin?
Avengers: Doomsday's Big Steve Rogers Issue Is Hard To Ignore
The more focus that's put on Doctor Doom and Steve Rogers supposed rivalry, the more concerning it gets for fans.
Disney Boss Defends Controversial 'Avengers Doomsday' Release Change: 'We're Not Asking Theaters To Abandon Their Brands'
In the wake of Avengers: Doomsday losing IMAX screens to Dune, Disney has rationalized it as an opportunity for theaters.
DC Studios Confirms Clayface Will Be Gotham’s Anti-Hero In The R-Rated Batman Spinoff Movie
Despite being one of Batman's most iconic villains, Matt Hagen might lean slightly heroic in Clayface.
Vision’s New VisionQuest Costume Shares Striking Similarities With His Young Avengers Mentor Suit
Vision's new costume draws inspiration from the Young Avengers, which could suggest a future as their mentor.
Lanterns Showrunner Reveals Why 2006 Hal Calls John 'Junior' For The First Time In Finale
Lanterns' Chris Mundy has revealed why the Halogram calling John 'Junior' in the finale was important to giving closure to John & Hal's relationship.
VisionQuest Theory Explains How Tommy Is Being Held Hostage To Create a Dangerous X-Men Weapon
Could VisionQuest be incorporating an unexpected connection to mutants through Tommy?
Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s Villains Might Be Returning For VisionQuest With Upgrades, According To Latest Trailer
Despite Black Widow and DeWolff's best efforts, Damage Control is still going strong in the aftermath of Brand New Day.
DC's Lanterns Showrunner Admits Supergirl Flopping At the Box Office Resulted In Warner Bros. Execs Becoming Even More Hopeful For 1 Thing From HBO Max Series
If Lanterns' success with viewers on HBO Max continues, Supergirl's failure will hopefully become a hiccup in the DCU.
Marvel Reveals New MCU Thing Design Where He Is Almost Cured Before First Steps
The newest issue of The Fantastic Four: First Foes spin-off comic has revealed one attempt to cure Ben Grimm.
Lanterns Episode 7 Reveals 5 Characters Who Could Have Killed Hal Jordan, Ranked
The latest episode of Lanterns added more suspects for the murder of Hal Jordan.
WandaVision's Tommy Maximoff Uses Supersonic Speed In New VisionQuest Trailer
Tommy's super speed in VisionQuest has a different effect compared to his deceased uncle's.
Marvel Studios Officially Reveals Ultron's Wife - And She Looks Great
Jocasta finally makes her full appearance in the latest trailer for Disney+'s VisionQuest.
Marvel Officially Unveils Black Cat's Redesign Ahead Of Spider-Man 5
Will Marvel Comics really be turning Felicia Hardy into a mutant, while also giving her a terrible new costume?
Lanterns Episode 6 Might Have Created a Suicide Squad & Creature Commandos Continuity Error
The Suicide Squad sequel is referenced in the newest Lanterns episode, raising questions about one of its former members.
Marvel Announces New X-Force Roster Ahead of Deadpool 4
There's one new member of X-Force in Marvel Comics who has some fans confused, given her inclination toward nonviolence.
James Gunn’s DCU Will Reportedly Introduce 2 More Flash Villains After Gorilla Grodd
More and more, it looks like The People v. Gorilla Grodd is becoming a backdoor introduction to the DCU's Flash.
Avengers Endgame: Encore Runtimes Reveal EXACTLY How Much Doomsday & New Endgame Footage Fans Will Get
The exact runtime of the bonus footage and sneak peek at Avengers: Doomsday might surprise some fans.
DC Unites Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn With David Corenswet's Superman In Official New Crossover Promo
A new promotional video for HBO Max highlighted every corner of the DC Universe.
Seven Havens Confirms New Avatar Can Already Bend 3 Elements
Fans may have learned which element the newest Avatar will find most difficult to learn in the new Paramount+ series.
Jimmy Olsen Series Reveals First Look at Gorilla Grodd on Set (Photos)
The simian supervillain himself has appeared on the set of The People v. Gorilla Grodd in the most curious way.
Warner Bros. Unveils New Name For James Gunn's DCU Reboot
It seems like Warner Bros. might be trying out another name for its cinematic universe.
DC's Lanterns: Why Earth Has So Many Green Lanterns Is Due To 1 Important Rule That DC Lore Established With Hal Jordan 58 Years Ago, Claims New Theory
If the DCU is anything like the comics, the rule of only one Green Lantern per sector won't last long.
Avengers: Doomsday Cover Art Confirms 1 Big Ant-Man Detail
A new variant comic cover for the next Avengers movie hints at a big set piece involving Scott Lang.
Avengers: Endgame Encore Will Release 5 Different Versions In Theaters
Fans can soon experience Avengers: Endgame again in four formats at theaters.
Milly Alcock's Supergirl Crossed A Line She Never Should Have Touched
Supergirl did the unthinkable and killed a man in a way that would put Henry Cavill's Superman to shame.
Marvel Confirms Aunt May Had A [Spoilers] - And Fans Think Tom Holland's Spider-Man Has Finally Caused 'The Amazing Spider-Man' To Let Her Die
Marvel Comics might finally be catching up to Marvel Studios when it comes to Spider-Man's unbreakable status quo.
DC Studios Announces New Anime Series Where Batman Dies
A new anime starring Batman's greatest adversary will have him solving the Caped Crusader's murder.
Supergirl 2026 Ending Retcon Ruins What ‘Woman of Tomorrow’ Is Really About
The ending to Supergirl deviates heavily from the Tom King comic, but in a way that undermines the story.
Marvel Studios Officially Retcons the MCU's Fantastic Four Origin Story
The new origin of the MCU's Fantastic Four could have some interesting implications for their relationship with Doom.
Spider-Noir Lied About Its Biggest Spider-Man Revelation (SPOILERS)
The biggest twist in Spider-Noir has far-reaching ramifications beyond the series.
Backrooms Movie Monsters: All 5 Still Life Copies Threatening The Backrooms
The Still Life monsters in the Backrooms are merely a reflection of humanity, the best and worst of it.
Spider-Noir’s Finale Confirms Silvermane’s Fate, And Sets Up His Spoilery Future In Season 2
While Silvermane was defeated, there's still a chance for him to return next season, stronger than ever.