When I was studying for my Master’s degree in Florida Studies (yes, there is such a thing), I took a course on Florida Rivers. Again, totally real. It happened. I… Read more “The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, 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.
Rushmore, by Albert W. Vogt III
I wonder about Wes Anderson. While talking about other films that he has directed, I admitted to being charmed by his films. They have a recognizable style, and I… Read more “Rushmore, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Royal Tenenbaums, by Albert W. Vogt III
Since watching The French Dispatch (2021), I have given myself the side quest of viewing every Wes Anderson film. Most of his recent work I have already seen. This means going… Read more “The Royal Tenenbaums, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Don’t Look Up, by Cameron J. Czaja
When it comes to comedy directors in Hollywood, Adam McKay is definitely one of the oddest ones out there, but not in a bad way . .… Read more “Don’t Look Up, by Cameron J. Czaja”
French Kiss, Albert W. Vogt III
In my review of The Bourne Identity (2002), I mentioned that, with nothing to see of note at the theater this past weekend, my girlfriend and I chose from… Read more “French Kiss, Albert W. Vogt III”
The Bourne Identity, by Albert W. Vogt III
What is it about action movies when you are young? I suppose I still like them, but they do not give me the same thrill as they once… Read more “The Bourne Identity, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The French Dispatch, by Albert W. Vogt III
When Cameron and I did our 2021 year in review video, one of the movies mentioned was The French Dispatch (2021). This triggered a slight rabbit hole discussion of other… Read more “The French Dispatch, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Cool Runnings, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are some films that, frankly, I do not understand how they have such large followings. Cool Runnings (1993) is in that strange cinematic category. It is not that it… Read more “Cool Runnings, by Albert W. Vogt III”
21 Jump Street, by Albert W. Vogt III
Who among us does not have certain things we once thought funny, but do not laugh at anymore? I know I do. While I will admit to still chuckling… Read more “21 Jump Street, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Scream 4, by Albert W. Vogt III
Finally. Thank God. These are words that I am telling myself now that I have gotten to Scream 4 (2011). I am fairly certain they are also things said inside the skulls… Read more “Scream 4, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Legionnaire 