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.
‘Horse Girls’ is nostalgic revival of 2014 fashion, middle school awkwardness
Audience members of “Horse Girls,” presented by Chapman’s theater department, will be transported back to middle school complete with all the embarrassing fashion moments and childlike commentary.
2022 Grammys restore viewers’ faith in awards shows after Oscars fiasco
Viewers tune in to their television sets April 3 for the 64th annual Grammys for three-and-a-half hours of heartwarming speeches, honorable recognition and contemporary music.
Chapman alumna’s award-winning thesis film shares story of mother’s courage
Class of 2020 M.F.A. film and television production alumna Phumi Morare’s thesis film, “Lakutshon’ Llanga (When the Sun Sets),” was shortlisted for the 2022 Academy Awards before becoming available on HBO Max.
'Metal Lords' turns three actors into true metalheads
The cast and crew of “Metal Lords” sat down at a virtual college roundtable March 28 to discuss their filming experience, from bloody drums to the proper headbanging technique.
Review | Oscar-winning ‘CODA’ shines light on underrepresented community
Sian Heder directs 'CODA,' a movie starring Emilia Jones whose character takes on the difficult task of choosing family or her dream.
Oscars fashion: the main attraction of the 94th Academy Awards
The Oscars might have been full of celeb mishaps this year, but the fashion screamed spring with pops of color and sequins.
Black Violin: breaking musical conventions, making the impossible possible
Grammy-nominated violin duo Kev Marcus and Wilner Baptiste came to Chapman’s Musco Center for the Arts March 15 to showcase their genre-breaking musical talents.
Improv Inc.’s latest show radiates ‘Euphoria’ glitter, comedic genius
Improv Inc.’s March 17 Zendaya-themed comedy show featured several games and short scenes loosely centered around the “Euphoria” star.