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
Lady Gaga’s Joker 2 Adds Fourth Actor to Main Cast
Brendan Gleeson reportedly joined the cast of Joker 2 alongside Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Reveals Movie's Longer Cut Adds 15 Minutes of Footage
Patty Jenkins clarifies whether Wonder woman 1984 will have any kind of director's cut on HBO Max.
Marvel Director Teases Thor: Ragnarok's Major Impact on Chris Hemsworth's Next What If Episode
Director Bryan Andrews talked about Chris Hemsworth's performance as Thor in the upcoming episode of What If...?
The Suicide Squad: Plot Details Tease Margot Robbie's Psycho Harley Quinn, Location Setting & More
A synopsis gives new details on the plot of James Gunn's The Suicide Squad.
WandaVision: Dick Van Dyke Prepared Kevin Feige & Marvel Director For Disney+ Show's Sitcom Elements
Dick Van Dyke helped advise on WandaVision's many sitcom influences and elements.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: New Photo Shows Henry Cavill on Superman Set
Fabian Wagner shares another behind-the-scenes photo from Justice League, this time with Henry Cavill's Superman!
Marvel's Hawkeye Disney+ Show Begins Filming With Subway Scene
Photo leaks from Hawkeye will be hard to catch when they're shooting underground in a subway!
The Batman: Trailer Runtime Leaked Ahead of DC FanDome
The next trailer for the DCEU's The Batman has been rated, which also includes its runtime.
Is Joker In The Batman Movie? Barry Keoghan's Brother Responds to Rumors
Barry Keoghan's brother reacts to rumors of his brother playing the Joker in The Batman.
Marvel Studios Rumored To Explore Mental Health Issues in Oscar Isaac's Moon Knight Disney+ Show
While She-Hulk is being billed as a comedy, Moon Knight will be darker and explore Marc Spector's mental health issues.
Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman 1984: Action-Heavy Scene Released at MTV Awards, New Poster Unveiled
A video clip and another new poster for Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman 1984 has been released.
Wonder Woman 1984: Two New Action Scenes Show Gal Gadot's Diana Fighting Bad Guys
Two new clips from Wonder Woman 1984 show off new uses for her tiara.
Lucasfilm Exec Debunks 'Bulls--t' Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ Report
One LucasFilm Creative Executive has denied the report that the initial plans were for Darth Maul to be the villain in the Obi-Wan Kenobi series.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Book Teases New MCU Character (Is It Wong's Love Interest?)
Pages from an upcoming picture book based on Spider-Man: No Way Home hint at a mysterious new character that could be Wong's love interest from the comics.
WandaVision Producer Says Monica Rambeau's Role Wasn't Originally Mapped Out For Marvel Series
According to a Marvel producer, Monica Rambeau's inclusion in WandaVision was “a discovery.”
Elizabeth Olsen Teases How Doctor Strange 2 Connects To WandaVision
The transition from WandaVision into Doctor Strange 2 is described as "a natural progression."
Captain Marvel 2 Star Teases Superhero Team-Up In Brie Larson Movie
Teyonah Parris teases her work with Brie Larson and Iman Vellani's superheroes in Captain Marvel 2.
WandaVision Teases Captain Marvel's Recent Visits To Earth In New Episode
WandaVision revealed a tragedy that could help bring Monica, Kamala, and Carol together.
Brie Larson's Captain Marvel 2 Adds Oscar-Nominated Cinematographer
Marvel Studios nabbed Oscar-Nominated cinematographer Sean Bobbitt for Brie Larson's Captain Marvel sequel.
Ms. Marvel Disney+: Evidence Hints at New Superpowers For MCU's Kamala Khan
A new leak seems to suggest that Ms. Marvel will have new powers in her Disney+ show, which is actually supported by other evidence.
Marvel Reveals Official Titles For Black Panther 2 & Captain Marvel 2
The official titles for the sequels to Black Panther and Captain Marvel have been announced by Marvel Studios.
WandaVision's Monica Rambeau Easter Egg Spotted In New Captain Marvel 2 Logo
The new logo for Captain Marvel 2 may point to Monica Rambeau's superhero moniker in the MCU.
WandaVision Star Teyonah Parris Reveals How She's Helping on Captain Marvel 2's Story
Teyonah Parris talks about having given The Marvels director feedback on story points and character arcs.
Samuel L. Jackson Announces Return for Captain Marvel 2 In a Funny Fashion
Samuel L. Jackson offically announces that he will be returning as Nick Fury in The Marvels.
Ms. Marvel Makes Disney+ History With Special Theatrical Release
Due to Disney+ not yet being available in the country, Disney and Marvel will be releasing episodes of Ms. Marvel in Pakistani cinemas.
Ms. Marvel Episode 1 Proves There's Something Wrong With Captain Marvel
The premiere for Ms. Marvel has given fans the biggest clue as to what's wrong with Captain Marvel.
Ms. Marvel's Credits Might've Just Spoiled Hailee Steinfeld's Cameo
A mistake was noticed in the credits for Ms. Marvel, potentially pointing to a future appearance by Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop.
Marvel's WandaVision Teaser Gives Avengers Theme Song a New Twist
A new TV spot for WandaVision showcases a new variation of The Avengers motif.
WandaVision Star Reveals Avengers: Endgame Has Less Visual Effects Shots Than Marvel Series
WandaVision star Paul Bettany claims that the Disney+ series has more VFX shots than Avengers: Endgame.
How Marvel's WandaVision Pays Homage To Audrey Hepburn
The costume designer for WandaVision talked about how the show pays tribute to Audrey Hepburn and the respectful sitcom eras being explored.
Marvel Reveals First Clip From What If Featuring Sebastian Stan's Bucky & Hayley Atwell's Peggy
Marvel Studios released the first clip from What If...?, showing the debut of Steve Rogers' HYDRA stomper saving both Peggy and Bucky.
Disney Delays Marvel's Thor 4, Black Panther 2 & Captain Marvel 2
Marvel Studios have moved the release dates for Black Panther II, Thor: Love and Thunder, and Captain Marvel 2.
Marvel Studios Announces Disney+ Show That Will Explore MCU Infinity Saga's Most Memorable Scenes
A new series, Legends, will be coming to Disney+ on January 8 to revisit the most iconic moments in the MCU.
Brie Larson's Captain Marvel 2 Finds Its Main Villain In Zawe Ashton
Zawe Ashton has been cast as the villain in the Captain Marvel sequel.
Marvel's Secret Invasion: Disney+ Show Finds Main Villain In Kingsley Ben-Adir
Marvel Studios has potentially cast its villain for the Disney+ Secret Invasion series.
Marvel's WandaVision Trailer Reveals New Glimpse at Scarlet Witch's Child
A framed picture was seen in the background in the WandaVision trailer showing one of Wanda's sons.
MCU: Ironheart Actress Shocked By Marvel's Decision To Hire Her With No Audition
Upcoming Ironheart star Dominique Thorne confirms that there was no audition process for the role.
Disney+ Iron Man Spinoff, Ironheart, Receives Working Title
The working title for Marvel Studios' Disney+ series Ironheart has been revealed.
Black Panther 2 Reportedly Filming at Tony Stark-Connected Location
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is planning to shoot scenes at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Moon Knight Trailer: Hidden Details Reveal Scary Villain In Disney+ Show
Some connections are drawn with freaky creatures spotted in recent Moon Knight footage.