Pierre Chanliau

Pierre Chanliau

Writer

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

Deadpool 3: Disney Reportedly Sticking With R-Rating For Ryan Reynolds Film

Apparently, Deadpool 3 will be Rated-R just like the previous two installments.

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Disney Still Has Mystery Marvel Film Releasing Between Black Panther 2 and Captain Marvel 2

In Disney's most recent release calendar, an untitled Marvel movie has been listed for 2022.

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Colossus Actor Has Simple Reaction To Deadpool 3's MCU News

Stefan Kapicic, who plays Colossus in the Deadpool franchise, reacts to the news of Deadpool 3 being in the MCU.

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MCU Rumor Suggests 5 More Marvel Studios Productions Underway

More production companies potentially linked to Marvel Studios have been unearthed in a recent report.

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Deadpool Director Says Ryan Reynolds' MCU Character Does Not Need R Rating

Director Tim Miller addressed whether Deadpool is still Deadpool with how his crass language and violence.

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MCU's Spider-Man 3: Andrew Garfield Signed, Tobey Maguire In Talks For Multiverse Romp

It is now being reported that Andrew Garfield will be back as Spider-Man in Spider-Man 3, with negotiations still ongoing with Tobey Maguire.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Set Photos Tease Car Crash Action Scene

A new set of photos from Spider-Man 3 shooting shows what appears to be two separate car stunts.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Recent Cast Additions Will Reportedly Just Have Cameo Roles

The majority of the recent casting for Spider-Man 3 will reportedly just be cameos or appeareances in the third act for action set-pieces.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Some Villains Rumored To Have New Designs

A new rumor says that Jamie Foxx's Electro won't be only villain in Spider-Man 3 with a new design.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: How Emma Stone's Pregnancy Could Affect MCU Appearance

The Direct discusses how Emma Stone's pregnancy affects the possibility of her returning as Gwen Stacy in Spider-Man 3.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Desert Location Teased By Cast Listing

A casting call points to a desert location in Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3.

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Avengers: Endgame Production Designer Joins Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange 2

Production designer Charles Wood, who previously worked on Avengers: Endgame and Black Widow, has been brought onto Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Detective & Criminal Cast Additions Further Hint at Matt Murdock Return

One casting call for extras referred to as “Madison Citizens” for Marvel's Spider-Man 3 points to Daredevil.

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Netflix's Luke Cage Star Mike Colter Speaks on Possible Involvement In Marvel Studios' MCU

Mike Colter confirmed that no talks with Marvel Studios have happened regarding Luke Cage.

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Marvel's Jessica Jones & The Punisher Character Rights Return To Disney

As of today, every character previously owned by Netflix has returned to Marvel Studios.

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Marvel's Kevin Feige Responds To Agents of SHIELD & Defenders Rumors

Kevin Feige was asked about whether any characters from Agents of SHIELD would return to the MCU.

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Spider-Man 3: No Way Home: Green Goblin Actor Willem Dafoe Plays Coy on Mystery Role

In an interview, Willem Dafoe, previously rumored to return as Green Goblin in No Way Home, mentioned projects he has filmed that he prefers not to disclose.

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Daredevil Star Is 'Anxious' About Possibly Ruining Spider-Man: No Way Home's Surprises

Charlie Cox can barely contain himself when asked about rumors and theories about his return in Spider-Man: No Way Home.

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Hawkeye Disney+ Listing Reveals Connection to Daredevil's Kingpin Location

A new film listing for Hawkeye indirectly links it to Netflix's Daredevil and the character of Wilson Fisk.

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Watch: Disney+ Reveals New MCU Trailer for Daredevil, Jessica Jones & More

A new TV spot was released celebrating the inclusion of several Marvel shows like Daredevil, Jessica Jones, and more on Disney+.

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How She-Hulk Episode 4 Ending Sets Up Daredevil’s Cameo

The post-credits scene of the latest episode of She-Hulk might potentially explain Daredevil's impending appearance.

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WandaVision: Disney+ Seemingly Confirms December Release for Marvel Series

In Disney's November content announcement video for Disney+, WandaVision was left unmentioned, seemingly confirming a December release.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Jimmy Kimmel Teases Kraven & Potential Marvel Announcement

Jimmy Kimmel makes a verey strange Tweet aimed at Tom Holland about playing Kraven the Hunter in Spider-Man 3.

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MCU's Spider-Man 3: Sony Officially Responds to Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield Casting Rumors

Sony Pictures was asked upfront if the rumors about Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield appearing in Spider-Man 3 were true.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Jamie Foxx Backtracks on Electro Casting Confirmation

Jamie Foxx can't confirm whether or not he's in Spider-Man 3 despite earlier, now deleted, confirmation from the actor himself.

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Spider-Man 3 Reveals Andrew Garfield's Amazing Spider-Man Suit on Crew Gift

A new shirt for the cast and crew of Spider-Man: No Way Home seems to include Andrew Garfield's Spider-Man.

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Spider-Man 3: Another Tobey Maguire Voice Actor Teases His Return In No Way Home

The Brazilian voice actor suggests that he'll return to voice Tobey Maguire in Spider-Man: No Way Home.

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Spider-Man 3: Scenes From Andrew Garfield & Tobey Maguire Movies Featured With New No Way Home Toy

The backgrounds for Hot Toys' newest Spider-Man: No Way Home figure could point to trips through the multiverse in the film.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Page Removes Andrew Garfield Promotional Photo

A photo of Andrew Garfield's Spider-Man has been replaced with Tom Holland's Spider-Man on Skittles promotional website in Russia.

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MCU: Don Cheadle Teases Plot of Marvel's Armor Wars Disney+ Show

Don Cheadle shares more details about Armor Wars and when writing for the Disney+ series will begin.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: First Look at Erin Kellyman's Mystery Character Revealed

Fans first look at Erin Kellyman's character on TFATWS set may give credence to previous scene description.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Set to Reinvent Marvel Characters From Early MCU Movies

Writer Derek Kolstad teases to fans about early MCU characters returning in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Reveals Identity of Main Villain

A recently unveiled product description has revealed the true identity of Erin Kellyman's role in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Georges St-Pierre Wants Acting Career Like Marvel's Dave Bautista

Georges St-Pierre is looking to achieve the same success in acting as Dave Bautista.

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Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye & Ms. Marvel Disney+ Shows Rumored For 2021 Release Dates

A new report claims that Ms. Marvel and Hawkeye are still slatted for 2021 releases.

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Tom Holland Shows Off How Ripped He's Gotten For Spider-Man 3

Tom Holland posted on social media that he had his last training session, indicating filming for Spider-Man: No Way Home might be ending.

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Sony's Future Spider-Man & Venom Movies Included In Studio's Exclusive Netflix Deal

Netflix reportedly forged a new deal with Sony that would give the platform exclusive streaming rights to its films.

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WandaVision: Kat Dennings' Darcy Rumored To Play a Significant Role in Disney+ Series

The role of Darcy Lewis in WandaVision is reportedly given some more insight by a Marvel insider.

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The MCU's New Captain America Suit May Have Been Revealed By Official Disney Merch

A new pair of socks for Sam Wilson and Buck Barnes for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier may reveal Wilson's Captain America costume.

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Disney+ Replaces Brief Scene In Marvel Studios' What If...? Trailer

A new scene has been added to the Disney+ trailer for What If...?, replacing one previously seen.

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