What do you get when you combine the genres of action, drama, horror, romance, and science fiction? Do not bother to figure it out (if you have not… Read more “The Gorge, 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.
Henry Poole Is Here, by Albert W. Vogt III
When I tell people that I write movie reviews from a Catholic perspective, those who are Christian-minded often ask if I have seen fill-in-the-blank film. The recommendations usually… Read more “Henry Poole Is Here, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Outlaw King, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are lots of great performers from around the world that star in movies. You would think that if a director wanted to make a historically based film,… Read more “Outlaw King, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Death of a Unicorn, by Albert W. Vogt III
While driving my nieces home from their flag football practice, my oldest announced that she wanted to see The Woman in the Yard. Because I view a lot of… Read more “Death of a Unicorn, by Albert W. Vogt III”
From Prada to Nada, by Albert W. Vogt III
One of the things I often take delight in is the unexpected. Much of the time, God works in this way. We can pray for something to happen how… Read more “From Prada to Nada, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Dead Poets Society, by Albert W. Vogt III
Before stepping into a classroom for the first time as a professor, I had dreams of it going something like Dead Poets Society (1989). If you are already familiar with… Read more “Dead Poets Society, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Bourne Supremacy, by Albert W. Vogt III
My usual modus operandi is to watch a series in order whenever the fancy strikes me to tackle one. That has not been the case with the Bourne franchise. With them, I have… Read more “The Bourne Supremacy, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Friendzone, by Albert W. Vogt III
Whenever I see a movie set in Paris, it is difficult for me to not watch it. It is a love that started with Midnight in Paris(2011), was solidified… Read more “Friendzone, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Bar Fight!, by Albert W. Vogt III
A title like Bar Fight! (2022) would not be one I typically choose. Part of this has to do with my teetotaling ways. I have nothing against alcohol consumption. In fact, if… Read more “Bar Fight!, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Changeland, by Albert W. Vogt III
If there is such a thing as middle age, it was invented by modern American culture. Catholicism asks of its adherents to discern God’s will for each individual… Read more “Changeland, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Legionnaire 