Sure, you can watch The Imitation Game (2014) as a World War II drama. Of course, without the backdrop of the war, the name Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbatch) might not… Read more “The Imitation Game, by Albert W. Vogt III”
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.
Dredd, by Albert W. Vogt III
Based on what I thought I knew about Judge Dredd (1995) before seeing it, I thought it was going to be the one where I waxed philosophical. I mean, you… Read more “Dredd, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Judge Dredd, by Albert W. Vogt III
The enduring line from the original Judge Dredd (1995) is the title character, Judge Joseph Dredd (Sylvester Stallone), muttering (or yelling, depending on the situation) as only Sly Stallone… Read more “Judge Dredd, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Iron Giant, by Albert W. Vogt III
Good choice, Father Victor, if you are reading this review. As I left Mass this evening, I lingered outside to say hello to the priest I have probably… Read more “The Iron Giant, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Jerk, by Albert W. Vogt III
Few issues touch my heart as much as homelessness. Those experiencing this condition are always in my prayers. What I need to remind myself is that doing so is… Read more “The Jerk, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Gran Turismo, by Albert W. Vogt III
My least favorite sport is bowling. It is a shame, too, because my sister was a pretty good bowler in high school. It is also a fun social activity. Because… Read more “Gran Turismo, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Revenge of the Nerds, by Albert W. Vogt III
So often when I attempt to describe comedies to you, they come off way more serious than they are played. I also do not intend them this way. I… Read more “Revenge of the Nerds, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The 40-Year-Old Virgin, by Albert W. Vogt III
The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) may be the worst movie ever made. I know, I know, I am falling for the sort of superlatives usually reserved for those attempting clickbait. In… Read more “The 40-Year-Old Virgin, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Hot Tub Time Machine 2, by Albert W. Vogt III
Despite some genuine moments of heart in its predecessor, I knew there was a reason I avoided Hot Tub Time Machine 2 (2015). It is not just because they… Read more “Hot Tub Time Machine 2, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Hot Tub Time Machine, by Albert W. Vogt III
There is no real reason to watch Hot Tub Time Machine (2010). I remember seeing it in the theater at a time when I had a different perspective on my… Read more “Hot Tub Time Machine, by Albert W. Vogt III”
