Whenever a historically themed movie is about to come out, I am usually excited. The excitement is amplified when it deals with warfare. The old stand-by is World War… Read more “Dunkirk, 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 Muppet Movie, by Albert W. Vogt III
You have to hand it to Jim Henson, the guy was a genius. Who would have thought that puppets could become as recognizable characters as has his Muppets. I… Read more “The Muppet Movie, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Heat, by Albert W. Vogt III
Recently, I saw The Lost City, which starred Sandra Bullock. Seeing her in a comedy/action film reminded me of a different film of hers that I enjoy called The Heat (2013). My,… Read more “The Heat, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Everything Everywhere All at Once, by Albert W. Vogt III
What is to follow is yours truly attempting to describe the impossible. The first thing to say about this particular brand of impossible is that it is called Everything… Read more “Everything Everywhere All at Once, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, by Cameron J. Czaja
Whether you love or hate him, one can’t deny that Nicolas Case has made a major impact in Hollywood throughout his career. From his very eccentric acting… Read more “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, by Cameron J. Czaja”
The Negotiator, by Albert W. Vogt III
Is it safe yet to again talk about Kevin Spacey? Before his seemingly deserved fall from grace, he was about as popular of an actor as there was… Read more “The Negotiator, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men, by Albert W. Vogt III
I wish I had a good explanation for odd events, though I do try my best. I hope The Legionnaire is a testament to my desire to make sense of… Read more “The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Interview With the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles, by Albert W. Vogt III
Vampires, am I right? I have never understood the fascination with these mythical creatures. Such is the love for those of the pointy teeth that there are some who… Read more “Interview With the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Shipwrecked, by Albert W. Vogt III
Memory can be a funny thing. The other day, while scrolling through the choices on Disney+, I noticed a long-forgotten film, Shipwrecked (1990). I remembered virtually nothing about the film. The title… Read more “Shipwrecked, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Incredibles 2, by Albert W. Vogt III
Since I had already done The Incredibles (2004), why not do the sequel, Incredibles 2 (2018). Why did they drop the “the,” anyway? One of my favorite online film reviewers (other than myself,… Read more “Incredibles 2, by Albert W. Vogt III”
