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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Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow Looks Battle-Scarred In New Movie Image
A new image from Black Widow has been released by Disney.
Marvel's Eternals Leak Provides New Looks at Salma Hayek's MCU Hero, Ajak
A Legends action figure for the character Ajak from Eternals has apparently leaked online.
Black Widow: Disney Reveals Official Runtime of Scarlett Johansson Movie
The runtime for Black Widow has been revealed, making it just as long as Thor: Ragnarok.
Doctor Strange 2 Working Title Possibly Hints at Plot & Character Details
Working title for Doctor Strange sequel potentially points to Young Avenger being involved.
Black Panther 2: First Look at Comic-Accurate Midnight Angels Costume (Photos)
New photos at D23 show a better look at the costumes for the Midnight Angels in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
MCU: First Look at Werewolf by Night's Monster In Color (Photo)
MCU: First Look at Werewolf by Night’s Monster Transformation In Color (Photo)
Daredevil’s Kingpin Actor Makes Special Promise to Fans for New MCU Reboot
Vincent D'Onofrio makes a promise to fans to fans following Daredevil: Born Again appearance at D23.
Marvel's 'Werewolf by Night' Is Making MCU History In 5 Different Ways
Marvel Studios' upcoming Werewolf by Night special makes history for the studio in multiple ways.
MCU: Daredevil & Kingpin Reunion Teased In New ECHO Footage
New footage for audiences at D23 showed Wilson Fisk wearing an eye patch in Echo.
Brie Larson Gives Blunt Response About Her Captain Marvel Future
Brie Larson is asked how much longer she'll play Captain Marvel in the MCU.
Will Chris Evans Return to the MCU? Anthony Mackie Shares Encouraging Response
Anthony Mackie shares his hopes for Chris Evans returning in Captain America: New World Order in interview.
Watch: Disney+ Releases First Percy Jackson Show Trailer
The first footage of Percy Jackson and the Olympians for Disney+ was released at D23.
Weird Captain America: Civil War Character Returning for Disney+’s Ironheart
It was revealed at D23 that Jim Rash will return in Ironheart on Disney+.
Disney+'s Percy Jackson Producer Debunks D23 Announcement Rumor
A producer for the upcoming Percy Jackson series on Disney+ has debunked rumors of an announcement at D23.
Black Panther: Chadwick Boseman Acted During Chemo: 'He Honored All the Contracts'
Chadwick Boseman received a posthumous Disney Legend Award at D23 and was accepted by Boseman's brother.
Marvel’s Midnight Suns Gets Exciting Release Update
Release Date for Marvel's Midnight Sons Has Been Pushed Up
She-Hulk Reveals Hilarious Stan Lee Easter Egg In New Episode
The latest She-Hulk: Attorney at Law episode has a sneaky easter egg about Stan Lee.
Black Panther 2: Letitia Wright Gets Candid About Her Severe Injury on Set
Letitia Wright recalls her injury and recovery from a stunt gone wrong during Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Marvel Celebrates Chadwick Boseman’s T’Challa with Gorgeous New LEGO Set
Marvel is celebrating Chadwick Boseman with a LEGO set bust of T'Challa's Black Panther.
The Mandalorian Season 3's Empire Storyline Teased by Giancarlo Esposito
Giancarlo Esposito teases his Empire storyline in the upcoming season of The Mandalorian.
MCU: She-Hulk Theory Reveals 1 Skrull Hiding In Plain Sight
Could Jennifer Walter's best friend in She-Hulk be a character from the comics all along?
Black Panther 2's Letitia Wright Controversy Reportedly Was a 'Pain' for Marvel
The controversy surrounding Leitia Wright in the lead up to the Black Panther sequel was "a pain" for Marvel Studios.
Finally, Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Completes Production in Prague
Filming has finished early for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier in Prague.
Falcon and Winter Soldier Director Reveals John Walker Scene Changed After Production Shutdown
Director Kari Skogland talks about scenes that they had added and expanded upon in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier after production returned after shutdown.
Ezra Miller's The Flash Reportedly Drops Cyborg; Recasting of Ray Fisher Debunked
Cyborg has reportedly been removed from The Flash, but that Ray Fisher also isn't being recast either.
Batman: The Animated Series Is Finally Coming To HBO Max
Batman: The Animated Series and Batman Beyond are finally coming to HBO Max in January.
Marvel's WandaVision Leak Hints at Spoilery MCU Character Return
A new leak from Funko Pop for WandaVision has a very big spoiler in the description.
Disney+ Releases New Marvel Promo With Elizabeth Olsen, Sebastian Stan & More MCU Stars
A new promotional video for the launch of Disney+ in Latin America will be released on Tuesday night.
WandaVision Producer Teases Mystery Surrounding Teyonnah Parris' Marvel Character
Teyonnah Parris' Monica Rambeau reportedly has a mystery surrounding her in WandaVision, according to Entertainment Weekly's latest issue.
Marvel's WandaVision Will Imitate Steve Carell's The Office Sitcom Style
WandaVision will imitate the filmmaking styles of The Office and Modern Family, Empire Magazine reports.
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.
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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?