As I stood outside of the theater after Sing 2, my youngest niece asked me what I thought of the movie. Ah, to have the innocence of an adolescent… Read more “Sing 2, 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.
The King’s Man, by Cameron J. Czaja
Much like Black Widow and No Time to Die, The King’s Man is yet another film that was originally supposed to be released in 2020, but thanks to the pandemic it got… Read more “The King’s Man, by Cameron J. Czaja”
American Underdog, by Albert W. Vogt III
One thing is quickly becoming apparent from watching movies in the theater with my girlfriend: if she stays awake throughout the entire runtime, it is a sign… Read more “American Underdog, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Matrix Resurrections, by Albert W. Vogt III
Obviously, I see a lot of movies. I see as many as I can, but I am only one person. This past Christmas, there were no less than five… Read more “The Matrix Resurrections, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Elf, by Albert W. Vogt III
People love Elf (2003). I think it is okay. I do not hate it. I am just not as into it as others. I will watch it if it is on, but nor… Read more “Elf, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Miracle on 34th Street (1947), by Albert W. Vogt III
The Macy’s department store in downtown Chicago, in the famous district known as “The Loop,” occupies a historic building. It was originally built as the flagship store for… Read more “Miracle on 34th Street (1947), by Albert W. Vogt III”
It’s a Wonderful Life, by Albert W. Vogt III
Near where I live in Florida, in the working town that is Tampa, there is an old theater that bears the name of the city in which… Read more “It’s a Wonderful Life, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, by Albert W. Vogt III
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) seems to defy many conventions. Sequels are always tricky. If a film enjoys even the most modest of success, its fans start… Read more “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Home Alone, by Albert W. Vogt III
When it comes to certain movies, one has to be careful about what you say about them. With how many people I know that love this film, Home Alone (1990)… Read more “Home Alone, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Lady and the Tramp (1955), by Albert W. Vogt III
At some point in my early childhood, I saw Lady and the Tramp (1955). I am not sure how, or why, but it was probably one of those things parents… Read more “Lady and the Tramp (1955), by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Legionnaire 