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.
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Pierre Chanliau's Latest The Direct Articles
WandaVision: Leaked Photos Reveal Antics of Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda, Kathryn Hahn's Agatha
Three new images from the Empire issue of WandaVision have been posted online; one of them showing Wanda using her powers!
Marvel's WandaVision: New Poster Teases Plot Details Involving Kat Dennings' Darcy & SWORD
Two interesting images have been found in the poster for WandaVision.
WandaVision's Elizabeth Olsen Reveals How Fan Reaction To Trailer Helped Marvel Production
Elizabeth Olsen said that the reaction to the first WandaVision trailer helped morale on set.
WandaVision: Brief New Scene Shows Monica Rambeau Inspecting Wanda's Bubble Reality
A featurette for WandaVision hints at how Monica ended up in Wanda's sitcom reality.
WandaVision Leak Reveals New Image From Upcoming Halloween Episode
A new image from the Halloween episode of WandaVision has leaked, showing the couple in costume.
MCU: Captain America’s Secret Brother Might've Just Got Introduced In She-Hulk
It appears the latest episode of She-Hulk just introduced Sam Wilson's brother to the MCU.
WandaVision's Randall Park Open To Returning For X-Files-Inspired MCU Spin-Off Show
Randall Park responds enthusiastically to starring in his own spin-off show in the MCU.
Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Set Videos Show Mysterious Gray-Clad Soldiers & More
New set video from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier shows grey-clad troops.
Marvel's Next Falcon: How Torres Takes on the Superhero Mantle In the Comics
Who is Joaquin Torres and what is his connection to Sam Wilson in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Marvel's Shang-Chi: Official First Poster Reveals Simu Liu's Live-Action MCU Costume
A brand-new poster for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings has been released.
Titans Season 3: DC Reveals First Look at Red Hood Design For HBO Max Show
Curran Walters' Red Hood has been revealed for season 3 of Titans.
Titans Season 3: HBO Max Releases Cryptic Starfire Teaser
A new teaser video showing off Anna Diop's new Starfire costume in Titans has been posted online!
Titans Season 3: DC Reveals Anna Diop's New Starfire Design For HBO Max Show
DC has revealed Starfire's superhero costume for the third season of Titans.
Moon Knight: Marvel Studios Casting 4 Egyptian Characters Alongside Oscar Isaac's Lead (Exclusive)
Moon Knight is now casting Egyptian actors for lead and supporting characters.
Tom Hiddleston's Loki: MCU Producer Reveals When Production Wraps
Victoria Alonso says that Loki is expected to film for another four to five weeks.
Marvel's She-Hulk Disney+ Show Receives Update For 2021 Production
Marvel's upcoming Disney+ series' Moon Knight and She-Hulk will both reportedly enter production in early 2021.
Marvel's Moon Knight Show Adds Ethan Hawke as Main Villain
Ethan Hawke has been cast as the villain in Marvel's Moon Knight!
Moon Knight Writer Responds to Controversy Over Oscar Isaac's Casting
The comic writer who solidified Moon Knight's Jewish background gave his thoughts on Oscar Isaac's casting as Marc Spector.
John Cena's Peacemaker HBO Max Show Receives Working Title as James Gunn Quarantines Before Filming
The upcoming HBO Max series Peacemaker will begin shooting in January and end production in June.
The Suicide Squad Trailer Confirms Justice League Villain as Big Baddie
The newest trailer for The Suicide Squad reveals a big Justice League villain for the squad to fight.
She-Hulk Season 2? New Evidence Teases Disney+ Plans for Renewal
Merchandise for the cast and crew of She-Hulk may have inadvertently confirmed a second season for the Disney+ show.
Robert Pattinson Sends Endearing Batman Gift To Young Superfan
Robert Pattinson and his team sent 10-year-old autistic fan gifts for a drawing of Batman.
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.