Though it may seem a strange thing to brag about, one thing I am proud to be known by is my Faith. If there is a feature about… Read more “Shadow Force, 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.
A Conclave Review*
The title of this review of Conclave (2024) is not meant to be a nod to the more recently released Thunderbolts*. The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) used the asterisk to denote… Read more “A Conclave Review*”
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, by Albert W. Vogt III
The latest in the Eddie Murphy tour of his oldest hits is Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (2024). Why was it not titled Beverly Hills Cop IV? I have no idea. At least… Read more “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Journey of Natty Gann, by Albert W. Vogt III
With the current state of world affairs, I was in the mood for something less complicated. Where does one turn for such fare? Naturally, the likely source is Disney. The… Read more “The Journey of Natty Gann, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Saturday Night, by Albert W. Vogt III
Whatever it is you think of Saturday Night Live (1975-present), it cannot be denied that it has become an institution of American culture. Actually, “institution” is an apt word for… Read more “Saturday Night, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Fargo, by Albert W. Vogt III
Fargo (1996) is, in many respects, the reason I started The Legionnaire. When it was released, it garnered critical and popular attention, nominated for six Academy Awards (winning two) and… Read more “Fargo, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Home Team, by Albert W. Vogt III
One could make the argument that every Catholic should be a fan of the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League (NFL). Their team’s name is an… Read more “Home Team, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Thunderbolts*, by Albert W. Vogt III
Something I have not said about a Marvel movie in some time is that it is good, or that I enjoyed it. It is a shame, too, because… Read more “Thunderbolts*, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Rez Ball, by Albert W. Vogt III
In case you are confused by a title like Rez Ball (2024), the two words are abbreviations. The second is basketball. The first is reservation, as in the land set aside… Read more “Rez Ball, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Party Girl, by Albert W. Vogt III
After reviewing over 1,500 films for The Legionnaire, it is difficult to come up with superlatives for what I view. When you are repeatedly saying this is the best… Read more “Party Girl, by Albert W. Vogt III”
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