A sit-down with Chapman's new director of animation and visual effects
Ruth Daly, the new director of animation and visual effects at Dodge College, discusses her journey — from her beginnings in Ireland to her new position at Chapman.
Emmys 2022 delivers on viral moments without the ratings
The Chapman community reflects on the winners, the losers and the most buzzed-about moments of the lowest-rated Emmys show ever.
Analysis | Earth’s mightiest content machine
The Chapman community reflects on the current state of Marvel in determining whether the franchise is on the decline, or whether they’re just finding their footing.
Review | 'Pinocchio' (2022): a wooden imitation of the original
Robert Zemeckis directs a remake of the classic “Pinocchio” starring Tom Hanks as Gepetto, an elderly man who creates a wooden puppet that comes to life.
Something old, something new: TV binge-watching trends this summer
Students share the shows they binge-watched this summer and how streaming has influenced their media consumption.
Chapman singer-songwriter Matte blends pop and R&B for the perfect sound
While he spends his days on campus as Matthew Liner, after class the student-musician transforms into Matte, a rising artist who will release his second record next week.
'Gigi and Nate' showcases the inspiration of an unlikely duo
At the premiere for new film “Gigi and Nate,” the red carpet was graced by movie stars, the development team, social media influencers and Allie, the scene-stealing Capuchin monkey who plays title character Gigi.
Upcoming feature 'Emergency' unveils systematic biases through tension and humor
After developing a short film by the same title in 2017, director Carey Williams and writer K.D. Dávila expanded “Emergency” into a feature-length project that highlights white privilege and modern day fears of people of color.
Review | Netflix documentary takes down Abercrombie brand full of discrimination, All-American stereotypes
“White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch,” which was released in April 2022, highlights the elitist and unfair policies the brand put in place back in the early 2000s toward employees.
The Panther’s Top Songs 2022
The Panther compiled the songs our staff had on repeat this academic year into a playlist for the Chapman community.
Rebel Wilson talks ‘90s culture and life behind the camera in ‘Senior Year’
At a May 4 virtual college roundtable, actor Rebel Wilson met with several publications from around the country to reveal how she balanced serving as producer and lead actor in the new Netflix film “Senior Year.”
Best of: Met Gala-inspired, upcoming fashion trends
Certain fashion aesthetics may emerge as new trends in popular culture following the May 2 Met Gala in New York City, a benefit where celebrities dress in thematic outfits created by famous designers.
Elon Musk adds Twitter to his list of companies
On April 25, Tesla CEO Elon Musk bought Twitter for $44 billion, leaving users in shock at his wealth and influence.
Social media’s verdict claims Johnny Depp is winning trial with Amber Heard
According to a social media's jury vote, Johnny Depp is winning his defamation trial as Amber Heard has yet to take the stand.
Surge in student interest revives The Hollywood Blockbuster summer class after hiatus
Taught by Kia Afra, a lecturer in Chapman’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, The Hollywood Blockbuster takes a break from arthouse films to critically analyze the successes and failures that paved the way for the modern blockbuster.
Preview | The Collective digs back to their roots with Flower Moon Festival
The Collective will host the Flower Moon festival April 29 at the Garden Amphitheater, featuring 15 musical acts made up of current and former members of the student organization, which is a network for local entertainers and artists.
Psychology of the Kardashians: will they ever not be on television?
Although their 20-season-long show “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” ended in 2021, the family announced it would return to reality television with their new Hulu series “The Kardashians.”
Coachella: the most Instagram-worthy weekend is back
With Coachella taking place in person after a two-year hiatus, people can finally come within six feet of one another to take pictures in their Boho swimwear.
Painting her story across Dodge walls: Jules Muck
A new mural inside Dodge College’s Marion Knott Studios immediately captivates the average passer-by with the face of Kenyan-Mexican actress Lupita Nyong’o shrouded in purple butterflies.
Spoiler alert: they’re everywhere
In the era of social media, spoilers for film and television have skyrocketed, causing a frenzy among movie studios and film lovers everywhere.