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Russ Milheim

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  • Senior Digital Content Producer and Host, The Direct
Atlanta, Los Angeles
As seen in: The Direct, Flipboard, EIN News, NewsBreak, The Game of Nerds Podcast
Covers:  A specialization in Marvel, DC, or Star Wars. Coverage extends outside of those three branches, including many outliers within the scope of film, television, and gaming.
Doesn't Cover: Things outside of the entertainment field.
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Russ Milheim’s Biography

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Industry Relations Coordinator at The Direct.

On top of utilizing his expertise on the many corners of today’s entertainment to cover the latest news and theories, I establish and maintain communication and relations between the outlet and the many studio and talent representatives.

I want to share my love for all things pop culture to the world, and engage with people across the world.

Russ Milheim’s Journalist Portfolio

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James Gunn Wanted 'Terrible' Animal Scenes In Guardians 3 (Exclusive)

James Gunn Wanted 'Terrible' Animal Scenes In Guardians 3 (Exclusive)

According to a key actress in Marvel Studios' Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 , the animal scenes in the three…

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Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Star Explains That Villain Twist (Exclusive)

Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Star Explains That Villain Twist (Exclusive)

Miriam Shor, who portrayed Recorder Vim in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 , just shared why her villain chose…

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Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Review: One of Marvel Studios' Best Movies Ever

Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Review: One of Marvel Studios' Best Movies Ever

After the long wait for James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 , it'll no doubt excite fans to learn tha…

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Did Star Wars' Old Republic Movie Just Get Secretly Announced?

Did Star Wars' Old Republic Movie Just Get Secretly Announced?

Lucasfilm may have just secretly announced an Old Republic Star Wars project without anyone knowing. The comp…

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The Mandalorian Season 3's Big Thrawn Reveal Explained

The Mandalorian Season 3's Big Thrawn Reveal Explained

After the latest episode of The Mandalorian , some viewers might be looking for an explanation about the big …

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The MCU's Biggest Secrets to Success Explained by Icons Unearthed: Marvel Producer (Exclusive)

The MCU's Biggest Secrets to Success Explained by Icons Unearthed: Marvel Producer (Exclusive)

The creator of this season of the docuseries Icons Unearthed: Marvel shared with The Direct what he understan…

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Westies Showrunners Reveal How Their New MGM+ Series Explores the NYC Underbelly In New Ways

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By Russ Milheim Verified
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For fans of period pieces and crime stories, MGM+ has a new series just for you with Westies. The series follows Tom Brittney's Jimmy and JK Simmons' Eamon Sweeney, two members of the crime gang the Westies, as they contend with the Italian mafia in the 1980s while working to profit handsomely from the construction of the Javits Center in New York City.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Star Dissects Season 2's Best Performance

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By Russ Milheim Verified
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Avatar: The Last Airbenderhas dominated the pop culture conversation since Season 2 debuted on Netflix in June, which shouldn't be a surprise given how beloved the original animated series is (whose legacy will continue in a new series).
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X-Men '97 Season 2 Star Admits That Rogue Is Not Dealing With Gambit's Death Very Well

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By Russ Milheim Verified
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When it comes to Marvel, sure, there's plenty of romance, but there are only a handful of relationships that are truly generational. Of course, there's Wanda and Vision (as we've seen play out in the MCU), Peter Parker and MJ, and then the one that's most recently tugged at everyone's heartstrings: Rogue and Gambit. The two are the perfect encapsulation of will-they-won't-they, and despite the clear, deep love between them, they are constantly circling each other, playing games.
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How is social media changing news?

It can be a form of accountability. It's a test to make sure you are on your game as a journalist.

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

Something from the heart, and where the passion that the person has can be seen clearly.

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter for its instantaneous updates as well as it's global connectedness. Reddit is also one of my favorites.