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
Avengers: Endgame's Josh Brolin Reveals What Would've Made Him Decline Joining the MCU
Josh Brolin explains why he turned down bigger Avenger roles in lieu of Thanos.
Thor: Love and Thunder: Chris Hemsworth & Taika Waititi Photos Indicate Filming Starts Soon
Chris Hemsworth and Taika Waititi were seen together in Australia, indicating that production for Thor: Love and Thunder may start soon.
Marvel's Spider-Man 3 Will Bring Back Most of the Cast from Homecoming & Far From Home
In addition to Jamie Foxx returning as Electro in Spider-Man 3, most of Peter Parker's supporting cast will be returning, too.
Chadwick Boseman Receives Touching Tributes From Marvel Comics
Ta-Nehisi Coates wrote a tribute to Chadwick Boseman in the pages of every Marvel Comics releasing this week.
James Gunn Reveals He Still Hasn't Delayed Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 a Single Day
A filming date for the recently announced Peacemaker HBO Max series touches on the production timeline for the Guardians of the Galaxy threequel.
Amber Heard Reportedly Still Starring in Aquaman 2 Despite Johnny Depp Legal Battle
According to Deadline, Amber Heard is still set to film for Aquaman 2 next year.
Justice League: Ray Fisher Says DC President Tried Throwing Joss Whedon Under the Bus In Controversy
Ray Fisher claims that DC Films president, Walter Hamd, is protecting Geoff Johns.
Captain Marvel 2 Director Shares Excitement for MCU's Creative Freedom and Eternals Director
Captain Marvel 2 Nia DaCosta director voices support for Eternals director Chloé Zhao on Twitter.
Spider-Woman Director Implies Marvel Studios Involvement With Movie
Olivia Wilde potentially revealed Marvel Studios' involvement with her Spider-Woman movie.
Why Marvel Had Creative Differences About J.K. Simmons' Look in Spider-Man: Far From Home
J. K. Simmons talks about one of the compromises that he had to make returning as J. Jonah Jameson in the MCU.
Black Widow: Disney Releases New Details For Scarlett Johansson's Natasha, David Harbour's Alexei
Interesting character descriptions have popped up on a Latino Disney website for Black Widow.
The Suicide Squad: Joel Kinnaman Says James Gunn's DC Movie Is 'Heavily' R-Rated
According to Joel Kinnaman, 2021's The Suicide Squad will be "heavily R-Rated."
Chris Hemsworth Comments on Marvel Retirement After Thor: Love and Thunder
Chris Hemsworth makes clear on his status in the MCU after Thor: Love and Thunder.
Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman 1984 Delayed From October Release
Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman 1984 Delayed From October Release
The Mandalorian Season 2: First 7 Images Featuring Gina Carano, Carl Weathers Released
Entertainment Weekly released a first look at The Mandalorian season 2 with new images of some of its featured characters.
The Mandalorian Season 2 Showrunner Compares Game of Thrones to Star Wars Shows' 'Larger Story'
Jon Favreau compares the newest season of The Mandalorian with Games of Thrones in that there's a "larger story" at play.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 2 Gets Baby Yoda-Featured Logo, Premiere Date
The second season for The Mandalorian has been officially announced to debut on Disney+ October 30th.
Black Adam Producer Teases 'Big Ambitions' for Zachary Levi's & Dwayne Johnson's Characters
Black Adam producer Hiram Garcia discussed the involvement of the JSA in Black Adam and its connection to the rest of the DCEU.
Marvel Stars Share Videos to Honor Black Panther's Chadwick Boseman
The entire segment for ABC's News Special, "Chadwick Boseman - A Tribute for a King," has released online.
Justice League Dark: More Concept Art From Cancelled Movie Features Deadman & Jason Blood
Comic book artist Lee Bermejo shows his contributions to the cancelled Justice League Dark movie.
Marvel Studios Slightly Adjusts Eternals Movie Title
The Eternals has a simple change in title that could imply something more.
The Suicide Squad: First Footage May Confirm Secret Main Villain
Eagle-eyed fans have discovered that a previously reported surprise villain for The Suicide Squad has been confirmed through behind-the-scenes footage.
CW's The Flash Cast Discuss the Show's Present and Future at DC FanDome
The Flash showrunner and cast discuss the show's present and future, along with a trailer for Season 7!
Aquaman: James Wan and Patrick Wilson Reveal Franchise Updates at DC FanDome
Aquaman director James Wan and actor Patrick Wilson, discuss the world of Atlantis that Wan created, while also revealing their favorite behind-the-scenes moments.
DC Releases Official 60+ Character Postcard to Celebrate FanDome
A special postcard for DC FanDome is released that shows more than expected.
The Batman: Robert Pattinson's Bat-Symbol Receives Official Trademark
DC Comics has trademarked an image of Batman's newest symbol for The Batman.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Cast Reportedly Returning to Resume Season 1 Production
Filming could begin again for "The Falcon and the Winter Solider" as soon as next week.
Batman: New DC Animated Movie Gets Kung Fu-Inspired First Look
A new animated Batman movie to release in early 2021 will be based on 1970s kung fu.
Hawkeye Casting Reveals New Character for Jeremy Renner's Disney+ Show
Casting is underway for "Hawkeye" as the series looks for a male eastern European.
Katherine Langford Wants to Reprise Her Avengers: Endgame Role as Iron Man's Daughter
Katherine Langford talks about her cut scene from Avengers: Endgame and whether she'll appear again.
Zendaya & Tom Holland Share a Laugh in New Spider-Man: Far From Home Image
A still photographer for Spider-Man: Far From Home released a new behind-the-scenes photo.
MCU's Ms. Marvel Show Set to Begin Filming Later This Year
Ms. Marvel will reportedly begin production in November 2020 and wrap up in March 2021.
Avengers 5: The Directors Most Likely To Helm the MCU's Next Assembly
An informed prediction about who will be directing Marvel Studios' Avengers 5
Marvel's Kat Dennings Talks WandaVision & Thor: Love and Thunder
Kat Dennings describes her role in WandaVision and potential involvement in Thor: Love and Thunder.
Kat Dennings Describes Running Through Field at Night in WandaVision
Darcy Lewis from "Thor" now co-starring in "WandaVision" describes running through a field at night.
Suicide Squad: New Script Page Reveals Alternate Finale Between Joker and The Enchantress
David Ayer reveals another scene from Suicide Squad that was removed.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: New Casting Confirms Avengers: Endgame Connection
Some recent stunt casting further points to the Yakuza being present in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Tom Holland Knows When Spider-Man 3 Will Finish Filming
Tom Holland says that he should be finished with Uncharted and Spider-Man 3 early next year.
Avengers 5 Prediction: Which Characters Will Lead The New Avengers?
From Spider-Man to Captain Marvel, here are the heroes most likely to lead the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Avengers team moving forward!
Wonder Woman 1984 Tie-In Comic Will Preview Hostage Situation From Movie
DC plans on releasing a tie-in comic to "Wonder Woman 1984" that will directly lead into the movie.