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    Author: Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Greetings! If you are wondering why the funny robes, it is because I have a Ph.D. in American History from Loyola University Chicago. While there, I wrote my dissertation on Catholics in film. With this blog I intend to bring my Catholic perspective to current film content.

    Brian and Charles, by Albert W. Vogt III

    Genesis 2:18 reads, “The LORD God said: It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suited to him.”  A few verses… Read more “Brian and Charles, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 23, 2026April 28, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, by Albert W. Vogt III

    Before getting too far into this review of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, a shout out is in order.  For my new releases, I tend to… Read more “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 22, 2026May 22, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Just Buried, by Albert W. Vogt III

    One title that I have been skipping over while perusing the streaming services is Just Buried (2007).  Mainly, my avoidance is due to a lack of familiarity. … Read more “Just Buried, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 21, 2026April 28, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Dangerous Minds, by Albert W. Vogt III

    If you think about late 1990s rap, I am guessing one of the songs that comes to mind is “Gangsta’s Paradise” by Coolio.  It was ubiquitous at… Read more “Dangerous Minds, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 20, 2026April 28, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Apex, by Albert W. Vogt III

    There is a cardinal rule about doing almost anything in the wilderness: never go it alone.  This is true for nearly any outdoor activity, from climbing the… Read more “Apex, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 19, 2026April 26, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Scottish Mussel, by Albert W. Vogt III

    When it comes to selecting films to review on streaming services, anything that is set in another country, particularly one that I have visited, is attractive to… Read more “Scottish Mussel, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 18, 2026April 26, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Space Sweepers, by Albert W. Vogt III

    Despite my love for Star Wars and Marvel movies like the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, I am not much of a science fiction fan.  Indeed, while… Read more “Space Sweepers, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 17, 2026April 26, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    The Long Walk Home, by Albert W. Vogt III

    When I see a movie like The Long Walk Home (1990), I often feel everyone should see it.  It is about the Montgomery Bus Boycott of 1955-1956,… Read more “The Long Walk Home, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 16, 2026April 24, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    Mortal Kombat II, by Cameron J. Czaja

    I’ve mentioned in a previous review, probably The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023), that I grew up on video game culture, and I continue to play them… Read more “Mortal Kombat II, by Cameron J. Czaja”

    May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

    30Minutes or Less, by Albert W. Vogt III

    What would make 30 Minutes or Less (2011) better would be is if it lived up to its title in its runtime.  That is mean of me… Read more “30Minutes or Less, by Albert W. Vogt III”

    May 14, 2026April 24, 2026 by Albert W. Vogt III, Ph.D.

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