King of comedy Judd Apatow returns to Chapman University
On Oct. 25, the comedic filmmaker joined Chapman professor Jill Condon and an audience of students for a conversation about his career and the advice he has for aspiring filmmakers. The Master Class followed a screening of his 2015 romantic-comedy film “Trainwreck.”
Review | Taylor Swift’s old music never goes out of style
In a mission to own her entire discography, award-winning artist Taylor Swift re-released her most popular album, “1989,” on Oct. 27, which included five new songs in addition to her 2014 hits.
Chapman community grieves the loss of ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry
The television and movie actor passed away at his home on Oct. 28 after a drowning accident. Chapman students and faculty shared their fond memories of Perry’s work.
Review | Sofia Coppola shows the colder side of Elvis’s burning love in ‘Priscilla’
“Priscilla,” directed by Sofia Coppola, tells the story of Priscilla Presley’s doomed relationship with rockstar Elvis Presley, while being a moving tribute to girlhood and female freedom.
Chloé Zhao reflects on career during Dodge College Master Class
The acclaimed director visited the Folino Theater for a Master Class where she discussed her career as a filmmaker and the making of her Oscar-winning feature “Nomadland.”
Review | Work-life balance doesn’t exist in Chloe Domont’s new film ‘Fair Play’
Chloe Domont’s erotic new thriller depicts the trope we all know and hate: sexism in the workplace and men becoming insecure in their masculinity when a woman steps into a position of power over them.
Taylor Swift-ly breaks records with The Eras Tour film
Taylor Swift’s highly-anticipated concert movie was released earlier this month and is already taking over the box office as the all-time highest-grossing concert film in the United States.
John Musker gives behind-the-scenes presentation of short film “I’m Hip!”
The Disney director presented his short film “I’m Hip!” to Chapman students, faculty and other guests while explaining aspects of its production and its numerous easter eggs. Musker is known for co-directing Disney classics such as “The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin” and “Hercules.”
Review | Third season of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ leaves this Arconiac disappointed
While the core trio of amateur crime podcasters remains a bright spot, the third season of “Only Murders in the Building” pairs a disjointed supporting cast with a lackluster murder mystery to create a forgettable season.
Opera Chapman gets spooky with ‘Fright Night’
Opera Chapman combines music and characters from Halloween classics such as “Hocus Pocus,” “Into the Woods” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas” with older famous operas in this modern take on the medium.
Video game ‘Sect Machina’ is a product of perseverance
After nearly getting scrapped on two different occasions, a group of video game minor students released the demo version of their video game “Sect Machina.” The game is set in a world overtaken by spiders, and users play as the last remaining butterfly.
Review | Wes Anderson’s Roald Dahl-adapted short film series is both creatively stimulating and exhausting
While offering impressive aesthetics that the director is known for, Wes Anderson’s shorts struggle to overcome creative hurdles.
Review | ‘Sex Education’ season 4: Breaking taboos, building relationships
After three successful seasons, “Sex Education” releases its final installment featuring heartfelt storylines and inclusive identities.
Silence says everything in COPA’s performance of ‘Small Mouth Sounds’
While the title suggests that this is a quiet theater performance, the story of six individuals in “Small Mouth Sounds” is a timeless piece that loudly preaches the meaning behind human connection.
Fall Master Class series kicks off with veteran producer Jeremy Thomas
Oscar-winning producer Jeremy Thomas (left) visited Chapman’s Digital Media Arts Center to discuss his career and to provide insight and advice to students. He is known for his work on “The Last Emperor,” “Naked Lunch” and “Crash.”
Pick up your pens: WGA, AMPTP reach tentative deal ending writer’s strike
On Sept. 24, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) announced that they reached a tentative agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, (AMPTP) resulting in an increase in wages and protection against artificial intelligence among other key points.
Chapman Orchestra puts on live performance of Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’
The Chapman Orchestra (TCO) will be accompanied by professional musicians to perform the score of “The Little Mermaid” alongside a screening of the movie at Chapman’s Musco Center for the Arts on Sept. 29.
Review | A Dumb Girl watches ‘Dumb Money’
While the cast might have you swooning, if you aren’t already interested in stocks, ‘Dumb Money’ may feel like having Wall Street mansplained to you on Reddit.
Caylen Greenberg edits the life of bodybuilder Tony Pearson in new documentary
Dodge College of Film and Media Arts student Caylen Greenberg (center) sat down with The Panther to discuss how she became the co-editor on the feature documentary “Driven: The Tony Pearson Story.”
How to make the most out of attending a film festival
Members of the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts community shared their tips and tricks on making the most out of their film festival experience after attending festivals across the world in Italy, Toronto and Colorado.