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
Regé-Jean Page Reportedly Lost Krypton Role as Superman's Grandfather Due To Race
Geof Johns reportedly rejecting casting a black actor for Superman's grandfather on Krypton because Clark Kent's grandfather couldn't be black.
Falcon and Winter Soldier: Leak Reveals Episode 4 Runtime and Teases New Captain America's Role
A new leak for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier points to the next episode focusing on John Walker's Captain America and Lemar Hoskins' Battlestar.
The Suicide Squad: Taika Waititi's DC Character Seemingly Revealed In New Trailer
A new trailer for The Suicide Squad may have revealed who Taika Waititi will be playing.
Black Panther 2 Director Knows Chadwick Boseman Would Want Story To Keep Going
Director Ryan Coogler said that Chadwick Boseman would want to see Black Panther franchise moving forward.
Falcon and Winter Soldier: Meaningful Martin Luther King Jr. Easter Egg Spotted In New Episode
The birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr. can be spotted in the second episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Falcon and Winter Soldier: Easter Egg Reveals MCU Response To Avengers: Endgame Blip
Fans can see more world-building in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier as the organization GRC is established in the MCU.
Thor 4: Evidence Points To Jeff Goldblum Joining Chris Hemsworth Sequel
Jeff Goldblum has been spotted in Australia alongside Chris Hemsworth and director Taika Waititi, pointing to a possible appearance in Thor: Love and Thunder.
Hawkeye Disney+: Photos Tease Flashbacks To Clint Barton's Childhood
The directors for the Hawkeye Disney+ heavily suggested that the series will explore Clint Barton's time in the circus.
Justice League: New Images Reveal How Martian Manhunter & Steppenwolf VFX Were Made
Scanline VFX shows and explains the process for CGI characters like Steppenwolf and Martian Manhunter in Zack Snyder's Justice League.
The Batman: Director Matt Reeves Celebrates Zack Snyder's Justice League
The Batman director Matt Reeves congratulates Zack Snyder on the release of his cut of Justice League.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: New Clip Shows Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman Fighting Steppenwolf
Two new clips from Zack Snyder's Justice League have been released including Wonder Woman's fight with Steppenwolf.
Marvel's Hawkeye Rumor Points To The Walking Dead's Carlos Navarro Possibly Joining MCU
Evidence seems to point to The Walking Dead actor Carlos Navarro having a role in Marvel's Hawkeye.
Sebastian Stan Addresses Mental Health & PTSD Themes In The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Sebastian Stan talks about Bucky Barnes' mental health and how that will be explored in Marvel Studios' next series.
Zack Snyder Praises Marvel Studios For Being 'So Good' at What They Do
Zack Snyder gave praise to Marvel Studios on its films and discussed what set his DC movies apart from them.
WandaVision: New Photos Show Elizabeth Olsen, Kat Dennings & More on Marvel Set
More stills from Marvel Studios' Assembled: The Making of WandaVision have been released.
Marvel Reveals Best Look Yet at Eternals' Scary Main Villain
More merchandise from Eternals shows fans a closer look at the villain, Kro.
Thor 4: Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie Spotted On Set Riding Her Avengers: Endgame Horse
Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie was spotted on the set of Thor: Love and Thunder wearing stylish suit.
WandaVision Finale: Disney Releases MCU Marathon List With Avengers: Endgame, Thor & More
Marvel Studios released a suggested watch list for WandaVision before its finale.
WandaVision's Episode 10 Rumor Debunked
WandaVision director debunks recent theory and rumors about there being a tenth episode.
Thor 4: Set Photos Reveal Korg's Friend, Miek, Has New Woman Body
New set photos potentially show Miek's new exoskeleton for Thor: Love and Thunder.
Marvel's Thor 4 Set Photos Show Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie & More Familiar Characters
More set photos for Thor: Love and Thunder give fans a better look at another goat likely belonging to the God of Thunder and Valkyrie actress Tessa Thompson.
First Thor: Love And Thunder Concept Art Reveals "New" Asgard, Female Miek
Miek will be female in the MCU and attempt to blend in with humans in THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER.
Marvel's Thor 4 Set Photos Show Jurassic Park Star Sam Neill Back as Odin Actor
Sam Neill will return to play the role of Odin in another reenactment play for Thor: Love and Thunder.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier's 'Wonderful' Easter Eggs Teased By Director
The same with every property in this huge franchise, Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier will have plenty of Easter eggs.
Ms. Marvel Disney+ Show Casts Orange Is the New Black's Alysia Reiner
Alysia Reiner has been confirmed to have joined Ms. Marvel and wrapped with filming.
Robert Downey Jr. Explains Why Tom Holland Won His Spider-Man Audition
Tom Holland and Robery Downey Jr. talked about their first audition together when Holland was brought on for Captain America: Civil War.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: Exact Runtime Officially Revealed
The official runtime for Zack Snyder's Justice League has been revealed.
Superman: Rebooted Movie In the Works With JJ Abrams
Warner Bros. plans on rebooting Superman into a feature film with J. J. Abrams at the helm.
Marvel's Shang-Chi Leak Reveals First Look at MCU Superhero Costume
A new LEGO leak finally shows Shang-Chi's costume along with the appearance of a dragon.
Marvel's Hawkeye: Jeremy Renner Teases Car Chase Scene With New Set Photos
New photos from Jeremy Renner indicate that the Hawkeye series is currently filming the famous car chase from the original Matt Fraction comic.
Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye: Set Photo Reveals New Ride For MCU Archer
A familiar-looking car from the comics was seen on the set of Hawkeye.
WandaVision Producer Says Evan Peters' Casting Meant To Mess With Wanda
The casting of Evan Peters in WandaVision was a means to further mess with Wanda, according to Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Creator Relates Black Lives Matter Movement To MCU Show
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier will be confronting racism and the ongoing pandemic.
WandaVision's Superhero Origin Scene Explained By Monica Rambeau Actress
Teyonah Parris talks about the motives behind Monica and the moment she gained her powers in WandaVision.
WandaVision Post Credits Scene Teases Evan Peters' Actual Character
The first mid-credits scene of WandaVision could give more clues to Evan Peters' true identity.
Spider-Man Star Tom Holland Reveals Unique Acting Habit On Movie Sets
Tom Holland goes into depth about his unique practices in acting and how his movement relates to dance.
Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam: Aladdin Star Marwan Kenzari Reportedly Joins Cast
Aladdin star Marwan Kenzari has joined the cast of Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam.
Noah Centineo Joins Black Adam as Atom Smasher
Jaume Collet-Serra joins Dwayne Johnson in "Black Adam" as Atom Smasher
WandaVision Leak Reveals Runtime of Next Episode
The upcoming episode of WandaVision will not be an hour long, according to a new rumor on Reddit.
Marvel's Thor 4: Evidence Suggests Smaller Roles For Guardians of the Galaxy Members
Pom Klementieff and Karen Gillan have finished filming for Thor: Love and Thunder.