Late Night, by Albert W. Vogt III
If The Legionnaire is a testament to anything, other than my commitment to bring you a Catholic take on cinema, I hope that it demonstrates a love for writing. When I began it, I had entertained illusions of making some money from doing so, but nothing has come of that venture. I could say that…
Sharper, by Albert W. Vogt III
I enjoy a clever movie as much as the next person. Sometimes, though, those plots can become too intricate for their own good. There is nothing wrong with the proverbial gears within gears, but if it is unclear what they are turning, then what is the point? There are those who level similar accusations at…
Flora and Son, by Albert W. Vogt III
Learning to play an instrument is somewhat analogous to practicing the Faith. Like Christianity and, by extension, a relationship with God, one is never going to know the intimacy it takes to produce anything unless one shows up on a consistent basis. With Catholicism, this means prayer and regular participation in the sacraments. This is…
Ironclad, by Albert W. Vogt III
Some months ago, I was knee-deep in listening to the Gone Medieval (2021-present) podcast hosted by the English history platform History Hit. If you know that I am a practicing Catholic who reviews films, you might think this appropriate. It is a bit of a stereotype, but there is a perception of Catholicism as a…
The Willoughbys, Albert W. Vogt III
The traditional family of dad, mom, and somewhere in the ballpark of two children is a wonderful blessing, if that is the life to which you are called. There are those who pine for that situation and are not able to reach it. Others choose something else, and Catholicism has Christian alternatives to those roles…
Wolfs, by Albert W. Vogt III
It should be “wolves,” not Wolfs (2024). After all, today’s film starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt is about two dangerous individuals known as “fixers.” Such a term actually sounds okay, something you would not associate with criminality. That notion breaks down after some scrutiny. In a Catholic sense, no person can truly erase our…
I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore, by Albert W. Vogt III
Is there a sadder title than I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017)? As it turns out, they are just words. This Catholic is pleased to report that, despite the tone the title might suggest, the film has a happy ending. Along the way, this dark comedy asks questions that many of…
