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”
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.
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”
Spider-Man: No Way Home, by Albert W. Vogt III
Honestly, I am running out of ways of describing the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). It is not that I do not understand it. Like any loyal fan, I consume… Read more “Spider-Man: No Way Home, by Albert W. Vogt III”
One Hundred and One Dalmatians, by Albert W. Vogt III
I might as well get the most out of my Disney + subscription, no? Recently, the old man I live with accused me of being a “princess” lover… Read more “One Hundred and One Dalmatians, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Lethal Weapon, by Albert W. Vogt III
Like Die Hard (1988), Lethal Weapon (1987) is another one of those movies that launched a franchise, and of which I had only seen the last installment. I think. I know I only… Read more “Lethal Weapon, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Die Hard, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are those that think Die Hard (1988) is a Christmas movie, and there are those who do not see it in this manner. I am in the latter of… Read more “Die Hard, by Albert W. Vogt III”
