Time for another look at some of the strange aspects of my past. When I was a freshman in high school, I was introduced to the world of… Read more “The Conspirator, 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.
West Side Story (2021), by Albert W. Vogt III
Find me a William Shakespeare story that has not been given a modern twist. Some of these include the more recent takes, like 1999’s 10 Things I Hate About… Read more “West Side Story (2021), by Albert W. Vogt III”
Peter Pan, by Albert W. Vogt III
When I recently watched Lady and the Tramp (1955), I took note of the requisite disclaimer that appears before the film talking about the racial depictions in it. Today’s film, Peter… Read more “Peter Pan, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Shooter, by Albert W. Vogt III
Comment below if I have told the story about the five days I unofficially spent in the military, and I will apologize for repetitiveness. I am getting to… Read more “Shooter, by Albert W. Vogt III”
My Cousin Vinny, by Albert W. Vogt III
Sometimes there are movies that you are aware of, know about by reputation as being beloved by many, and yet you do not get why everyone likes… Read more “My Cousin Vinny, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Beetlejuice, by Albert W. Vogt III
After seeing Catherine O’Hara in so many of my favorite mockumentaries, and the Home Alone films, I began thinking about where else I had seen her. It was not long… Read more “Beetlejuice, by Albert W. Vogt III”
House of Gucci, by Cameron J. Czaja
If you had told me over a year ago that there was going to be a movie about the Gucci family and I would be interested in… Read more “House of Gucci, by Cameron J. Czaja”
The Longest Day, by Albert W. Vogt III
Last Veteran’s Day, I wanted to watching something appropriate to the holiday. Actually, if I wanted to view something specific to the date, I would have put on… Read more “The Longest Day, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Snatch, by Albert W. Vogt III
There was a time when the director of Snatch (2000), Guy Ritchie, was known for gritty, semi-comedic crime films. Today’s film is one of them. However, it and Lock, Stock, and Two… Read more “Snatch, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Duck Soup, by Albert W. Vogt III
It was my dad who originally introduced me to Duck Soup (1933). I believe it was some time in my high school years. Even my dad sensed my nerdiness, I suppose. I… Read more “Duck Soup, by Albert W. Vogt III”
