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
Disney Reveals One Major Change to Moon Knight's Superpowers In the MCU
New information has been revealed that points to Moon Knight having one major new superpower in the Disney+ series.
Tom Holland Clarifies Spider-Man Retirement Comments
In an interview promoting Uncharted, Tom Holland clarified his comments about playing Spider-Man in his 30s.
7 New Doctor Strange 2 Posters Feature Scarlet Witch, Rintrah & More
Several promotional posters for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness have been revealed, showing characters like Scarlet Witch, Rintrah, and more.
Spider-Man's Madame Web Movie Eyeing Dakota Johnson as Lead Star
Sony is courting actress Dakota Johnson to lead their Spider-Man spin-off Madame Web.
Channing Tatum Really Wants to Play Gambit In the MCU
Channing Tatum is still interested in playing Gambit, even if it's in the MCU.
Nick Fury Is Hungry In New Marvel Set Photos From Disney+'s Secret Invasion
New set photos show Samuel L. Jackson's Nick Fury ordering food from a kebab van for Disney+'s Secret Invasion.
Venom Director Uncertain About Return for Spider-Man Crossover Movie
Original Venom director Ruben Fleischer was asked whether he'd want to return to direct Tom Hardy's Eddie Brock and Tom Holland's Peter Parker in a sequel.
Evangeline Lilly's Marvel Future In Question Following Controversial Post
Fans reacted to Evangeline Lilly's controversial post about vaccines and their mandates.
Emilia Clarke's Marvel Character Reacts to Explosion In New Set Video
Emilia Clarke's character in Secret Invasion was seen investigating the aftermath of an explosion inside the Halifax Piece Hall.
Marvel Confirms Special Connection Between Eternals Villains and Shang-Chi
The newest Eternals Webtoon showed a Deviant from Eternals killing a dragon.
Thor 4 Update Reveals Key Avengers: Infinity War Character's Possible Return
A new listing on IMDb shows that one key character from Avengers: Infinity War will return in Thor: Love and Thunder.
How Doctor Strange 2's Trailer Teases Return of WandaVision's Darkhold
How will Wanda's Chaos Magic factor into the Doctor Strange sequel and how will the Sorcerer Supreme such foreign magic?
New Captain Marvel 2 Photo Hints at Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie Appearance
An eagle-eyed fan has noticed evidence of Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie having a role in the Captain Marvel sequel.
Captain Marvel & Valkyrie Make Fun Cameos in New Ms. Marvel Footage
An eagle-eyed fan noticed an interesting shirt worn by Kamala Khan in the recent sizzle reel for Ms. Marvel.
New Gal Gadot Photos Tease Wonder Woman's Role In The Flash
New photos from actress Gal Gadot indicate that she will indeed appear as Wonder Woman in The Flash.
6 Spider-Man: No Way Home Moments Inspired by Marvel's PS4 Game
More elements from the PS4 video game have been recognized in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Man of Steel's Michael Shannon Confirmed to Return In The Flash Movie
DC has revealed that both Michael Shannon and Antje Traue will return in The Flash.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Copies Quote From Marvel's PS4 Game
Fans have noticed that Spider-Man: No Way Home has used a special quote from the PS4 video game.
Fantastic Four Writer Confirms Top-Secret MCU Reboot Plans Are Hidden From Him
Current Fantastic Four comic writer, Dan Slott, cleared up his knowledge about Marvel Studios' plans for the First Family.
Spider-Man Just Revealed the MCU's First TikTok
Sony has released the first in-universe TikTok video for the MCU in anticipation of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
DC's Super-Pets Movie Trailer Leak Reveals New Justice League
The first trailer for DC League of Super-Pets has begun releasing in theaters and has leaked online.
Marvel Reveals Hilarious New Scene From Hawkeye Disney+ Show
Two new clips from Hawkeye have been released, showing the two leads fighting off the Tracksuit Mafia and intruding into Eleanor Bishop's apartment.
Tom Holland Puts His Spider-Man Future In Question With Miles Morales Comment
Tom Holland gave his clearest answer yet about his future as Spider-Man in the MCU.
Hailee Steinfeld & Jeremy Renner Filming Fancy Scene Ripped Straight From Marvel Comics For Hawkeye
Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld were seen dressed in fancy suits on the set of Hawkeye, pointing to potentially even more influence from the comics.
Black Panther 2 Producer Gets Candid About Writing Out Chadwick Boseman
Marvel Studios producer Nate Moore stated that the late Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa will not be recast in the future of the MCU.
Shang-Chi: Hidden Detail Teases Mark Ruffalo's Transformation In Disney+'s She-Hulk
An important Bruce Banner/Hulk plot point may have been teased in one Shang-Chi scene.
Marvel Studios' X-Men Revival to Bring Back Actors for Wolverine, Storm & More
Marvel Studios will be producing a new animated series called X-Men '97.
Hawkeye Disney+: New Clip Features Ant-Man & Hunger Games Costumers
A new clip from the Hawkeye Disney+ series shows Clint Barton scolding Kate Bishop in Time Square.
Marvel Studios Rumor Points to Surprising X-Men Plans
A new rumor points to another X-Men project being in development at Marvel Studios.
Marvel Studios Held Top-Secret Meeting to Prevent Amazing Spider-Man 3 Plans
Kevin Feige had an impromptu retreat with every executive producer to formulate a "battle plan" to get Spider-Man in the MCU before meeting with Amy Pascal.
Marvel Releases Beautiful Theme Song for MCU's Eternals
Marvel Studios released two tracks from Eternals, composed by Ramin Djawadi.
Marvel's Armor Wars: Iron Man Disney+ Spin-off Receives New Working Title
The working title for Disney+'s Armor Wars starring Don Cheadle's War Machine has been revealed, and it's food related.
Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Director Teases Casting of Dozens of Actors
Director James Gunn confirmed that dozens of other actors have been cast in the Guardians of the Galaxy threequel.
Black Panther 2: Letitia Wright Responds to Controversial Set Report
Letitia Wright responded to a controversial report about her spreading anti-vaccination beliefs on the set of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Marvel Producer Comments on MCU Superhero Powers Hierarchy
Eternals producer Nate Moore explained how the hierarchy of power works in the MCU.
Marvel Reveals Major Changes to MCU's Eternals Backstory From Comics
Producer Nate Moore has reaffirmed that the Eternals are aliens in the MCU who originate from a planet called Olympia.
Marvel Accidently Makes Guardians of the Galaxy Continuity Mistakes In What If
There were some continuity issues in the latest episode of What If...? starring Infinity Ultron.
She-Hulk Disney+ Series Adds Spider-Man Comic Writer
It has been revealed that a comic book writer for Spider-Man had joined the writers' room of She-Hulk.
Marvel's Eternals Receives Mature R-Rating Equivalent In Russia
Eternals has been given an 18+ rating in Russia, something no other MCU has received.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Rumor Reveals Doctor Strange vs. Peter Fight Details
A new rumor has described an action-beat in the fight between Peter Parker and Doctor Strange in Spider-Man: No Way Home.