My original thought here was to do the first motion picture version of Dr. Suess’ 1957 classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! which aired on television in 1966. That is… Read more “How the Grinch Stole Christmas, 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 Nutcracker and the Four Realms, by Albert W. Vogt III
The only logical questions to ask after watching The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018) are: Huh? What? Of course, these questions are the result of some familiarity with the original… Read more “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Santa Clause, by Albert W. Vogt III
Tim Allen has had an interesting career. The vehicle that earned him early fame, of course, was the hit television show Home Improvement. It was part of the American Broadcasting… Read more “The Santa Clause, by Albert W. Vogt III”
A Christmas Story, by Albert W. Vogt III
I have never understood why people go on and on about A Christmas Story (1983) like it is the Citizen Kane (1941) of holiday movies. I thought this despite having never seen… Read more “A Christmas Story, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Sing 2, by Albert W. Vogt III
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”
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”
