Now that I have passed the 500th post mark for The Legionnaire, I decided to go back to reviewing movies submitted by you, my loyal fans. If you are reading… Read more “Seven Days in May, 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 Proposal, by Albert W. Vogt III
Most Ryan Reynolds films feature the star wise cracking his way through comedic set-ups or action sequences. The first film I remember him in is one that I… Read more “The Proposal, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Alien, by Albert W. Vogt III
Ah, the 1970s, or at least the tail end of that decade. When Alien (1979) premiered, it was a mere two years after arguably the granddaddy of all cinematic franchises, Star… Read more “Alien, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Deadpool 2, by Albert W. Vogt III
Remember what I said in the review for Deadpool (2016) about the title character (Ryan Reynolds) sort of comparing himself to Jesus? In the early stages of the sequel, in… Read more “Deadpool 2, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Casablanca, by Albert W. Vogt III
Many know me as a bit of a cinephile. I suppose I better be with a movie review blog. As such, a gift I often receive on the proper… Read more “Casablanca, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Space Jam: A New Legacy, by Albert W. Vogt III
Sports, am I right? In most areas of my life, I try to model Christ as much as possible. Being a fan of athletes and the teams they play… Read more “Space Jam: A New Legacy, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Deadpool, by Albert W. Vogt III
Before I totally understood what the title character was, I thought Deadpool was cool. In my middle school years was when I first got into comic books, mostly… Read more “Deadpool, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, by Albert W. Vogt III
Since Netflix and other streaming services seem intent on tossing Will Ferrell titles at me, why not review them? I have recently done most of his legendary roles,… Read more “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, by Albert W. Vogt III
Is it odd that I have reviewed the Star Wars films, my favorite cinematic franchise of all time, in such a piecemeal fashion? Outside of the original trilogy, perhaps this… Read more “Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Company of Heroes, by Albert W. Vogt III
Perhaps when I was scrolling through Netflix’s offerings a few days ago and landed on Ghosts of War (2020), I was actually looking for Company of Heroes (2013). You know what would… Read more “Company of Heroes, by Albert W. Vogt III”
