I like to think of the weekends as “dealer’s choice.” I spend my weekdays viewing the suggestions you all send my way, and then on Saturdays and/or… Read more “Space Jam, 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.
Voyagers, by Albert W. Vogt III
Teenagers, am I right? That is pretty much the only reason why Voyagers is not the best movie. If you can ignore the fact that the overwhelming… Read more “Voyagers, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Unholy, by Cameron J. Czaja
Sometimes it’s tough being a fan of cinema and a devout Catholic. I mention this because this past weekend a certain film called The Unholy was released… Read more “The Unholy, by Cameron J. Czaja”
Bad Boys II, by Albert W. Vogt III
Sigh. Bad Boys II (2003). I am not going to have the same kind of summary for Bad Boys II as I usually provide. In the main,… Read more “Bad Boys II, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Bad Boys, by Albert W. Vogt III
What is the first thing that comes to mind when I say the name Michael Bay? If you have some working knowledge of cinema, or American culture… Read more “Bad Boys, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Joe Dirt, by Albert W. Vogt III
When I watch some of the movies suggested to me on social media I think, “My friends and fans hate me.” Then again, Joe Dirt (2001) was… Read more “Joe Dirt, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Million Dollar Baby, by Albert W. Vogt III
Boxing is about more than two people punching each other. Million Dollar Baby (2005) makes the point early on that people watch it because they are attracted to violence. The… Read more “Million Dollar Baby, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Godzilla vs. Kong, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are times when I watch a movie and I think, “Were there prerequisite readings I was supposed to complete before viewing this stuff?” I cannot take… Read more “Godzilla vs. Kong, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Freedom, by Albert W. Vogt III
The Catholic supporters of The Legionnaire will no doubt know what is the incredible media platform known as Formed. For those who do not, it is basically… Read more “Freedom, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Shakes the Clown, by Albert W. Vogt III
Today is Good Friday. It is a day that we remember the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made for each of us at His Crucifixion. He died for our… Read more “Shakes the Clown, by Albert W. Vogt III”
