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
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.
MCU: New Supernatural Villain Revealed In Moon Knight Trailer
A new trailer for Moon Knight shows a supernatural villain attacking the superhero.
Zack Snyder's Justice League Gets Huge Billboard as HBO Max Ramps Up Advertising
A huge billboard playing the latest trailer for Zack Snyder's Justice League in
Zack Snyder Hypes Up 2021 With New Photo of Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman From Justice League
A new image showing Diana investigating ruins was released by Zack Snyder.
Andrew Garfield's Spider-Man: No Way Home Event Appearance Gets Debunked
Andrew Garfield will be attending a Q&A across the country, making it impossible for him to appear at the trailer event for Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Disney+ Confirms Loki Season 2's Rating
Marvel Studios revealed the ratings for the upcoming seasons of Loki and What If...? on Disney+.
James Gunn's Peacemaker: Green Lantern Connection Spotted In New Set Photos
The first set photos revealed from the upcoming HBO Max series Peacemaker have references to Green Lantern Hal Jordan.
Marvel's Doctor Strange 2: Elizabeth Olsen Comments on Script Changes
Elizabeth Olsen discusses the "evolving" script of the Doctor Strange sequel.
Spider-Man 3: Elizabeth Olsen Addresses Potential Scarlet Witch Appearance
Elizabeth Olsen addresses whether Wanda will make an appearance in Spider-Man 3 like everyone else.
Doctor Strange 2 Star Teases Scarlet Witch's Superpowers Alongside America Chavez
Xochitl Gomez hints that she's already shared a scene with Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda as America Chavez.
WandaVision's Kat Dennings Wants Tom Hiddleston's Loki To Team Up With Darcy
Kat Dennings thinks that Darcy Lewis and Loki would be "a funny pairing" in the MCU.
Tom Hiddleston's Loki: Rumor Points To Season 2 Filming Starting Soon
According to a new rumor, there will be more shooting for Marvel Studios' Loki in the United Kingdom in the near future.
Tom Holland Uses Tobey Maguire Spider-Man Meme to Promote No Way Home
Tom Holland reposted a viral tweet about ticket sales for Spider-Man: No Way Home featuring Tobey Maguire's Peter Parker.
Elizabeth Olsen Comments on Scarlet Witch's X-Men Family Ties and Her Hero's Tough Upbringing
Elizabeth Olsen says that WandaVision will focus on Wanda's lineage.
Thor: Love and Thunder Art Reveals Disturbing Deleted Child Scenes (Photos)
New concept art reveals an alternate plot point in Thor: Love and Thunder involving the kidnaped children.
Russo Brothers Address How MCU's Wolverine Should Differ From Hugh Jackman's Character
The directors of Avengers: Endgame make suggestions for how to reintroduce Wolverine into the MCU.
The Suicide Squad: New Image of Idris Elba's Bloodsport With Team Released By HBO Max
New footage from James Gunn's The Suicide Squad can be seen in the latest trailer for HBO Max releases.
John Cena Is Covered In Blood In New Set Photos For James Gunn's Peacemaker
Fans were able to pose with John Cena on the set of Peacemaker, but with the actor covered in fake blood.
Paul Rudd's Ant-Man 3 Set To Film Scenes In Historic Turkish Region
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania will be filming in various parts of Cappadocia, Turkey.