Review | Dev Patel wows with directorial debut ‘Monkey Man’
From actor and first-time director Dev Patel, “Monkey Man” blows audiences away with unforgettable action.
Review | Welcome to ‘Road House’
From actor Jake Gyllenhaal and director Doug Liman, “Road House” revives an ‘80s classic with mixed, uninventive results.
HBO has put Sam Levinson in director timeout
HBO has turned down Sam Levinson’s scripts for season three of “Euphoria,” and production has been delayed indefinitely. The Panther spoke to Chapman students about their love/hate relationships with the show, as well as their feuding opinions on Levinson’s artistic decisions.
Stroll down the orange carpet to the second annual Orange Film Fest
On April 20, the second annual Orange Film Fest will take place at The Frida Cinema. Guests will be able to watch 12 short films created by students, attend an awards ceremony and listen to a special guest Q&A.
Chapman students reflect on new perspectives on beloved childhood shows after ‘Quiet on Set’ documentary
Chapman students discuss the new documentary series “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” and how it affected their views of favorite childhood actors and beloved Nickelodeon shows.
‘Late Night With the Devil’ raises frightening questions about the future of AI
The new horror film, which has been scrutinized for its use of three artificially generated images, raises concerns about artificial intelligence making its way into new projects and the future of the medium.
Heartbreak still feels good in a place like this: Billy Ray on the cultural impact of his AMC ads
Illustrious screenwriter Billy Ray spoke to The Panther about his iconic Nicole Kidman AMC ad getting a sequel after achieving a cult-like following and reinvigorating moviegoers.
Review | Tune in for terror on ‘Late Night with the Devil’
From Colin and Cameron Cairnes, “Late Night with the Devil” evokes terror with a side of camp as David Dastmalchian shines in the lead role.
Bill Hader discusses his creative evolution at Master Class
On March 11, writer, director and actor Bill Hader came to the Folino stage at the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts to discuss his award-winning series ‘Barry’ and his transition from comedic spaces to more dramatic ones.
Most viral moments of the 96th Academy Awards
The Panther breaks down some of the most viral moments that blew up the internet on Hollywood’s biggest night.
Inside the 96th Academy Awards Press Room
The Panther attended the 96th Academy Awards Press Room both in-person and virtually, where the night’s winners took questions from press outlets from around the world.
The most award-worthy speeches of the 96th Academy Awards ceremony
The Panther breaks down the most memorable acceptance speeches from the winners at this year’s event.
Review | ‘Dune: Part Two’ is presentationally impressive yet experientially hollow
Contrary to popular opinion, Denis Villeneuve’s science-fiction epic left me wandering the desert for the awe-inducing feeling the franchise’s first half provided.
From Sims 4 theater to Latin club: Celine Song shares her past lives at master class
Director Celine Song paid a visit to Chapman on Feb. 21, where she discussed her playwriting endeavors and how she injected her own life into the story of her Academy Award-nominated film “Past Lives.”. The film is nominated for Best Picture.
Review | Is ‘One Day’ out of focus? Nope, it’s just my tears
“One Day” is the new ‘Normal People.’ Actors Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall portray the friends-to-lovers trope to perfection in the most romantic and heartbreaking love story Netflix has ever produced.
Hi, Barbie!: America Ferrera visits Dodge for Master Class
On Feb. 20, Academy Award-nominated actress America Ferrera took the Folino Theater stage with Chapman professor Scott Feinberg to share insight into her career and the art of perseverance.
Dave Boyle talks fun challenges of shinobi family drama ‘House of Ninjas’
Director, co-executive producer and writer Dave Boyle sat down with The Panther to discuss the release of his new show “House of Ninjas,” available to stream on Netflix.
Review | Not even psychic powers could have seen this disaster coming in ‘Madame Web’
Director S. J. Carson swings and misses with the latest Marvel movie starring Dakota Johnson, “Madame Web.”
And the Oscar goes to… Casting!: The Academy adds new category for 98th ceremony
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced casting directors are now eligible for Oscars starting in 2026.
Alexander Payne, Kevin Tent talk growing up together in the editing booth
Director Alexander Payne and editor Kevin Tent held a masterclass in the Folino Theater on Feb. 12, where they spoke about the despair of aspiring filmmakers, the importance of having interests outside of film and adding squirrels into cinema.