The reason I chose Begin Again (2013) is because of the title. Spiritually speaking, it is something God offers to all Christians in any circumstance, though us Catholics have a… Read more “Begin Again, 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.
Paul, by Albert W. Vogt III
When one reviews movies from a Catholic perspective, there are two imperatives involved. First and foremost is staying true to the word of God. All Christians are called to… Read more “Paul, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Cyborg, by Albert W. Vogt III
If there is one thing you can count on with a post-apocalyptic film, it is Christian imagery. Today’s movie, Cyborg(1989), is no exception. In case anyone is keeping score at… Read more “Cyborg, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Eephus, by Cameron J. Czaja
While I’m writing this review, there are two major seasons happening. The most important one is Easter, which will continue until Pentecost, and the other, which just… Read more “Eephus, by Cameron J. Czaja”
For the Love of the Game, by Albert W. Vogt III
In baseball, a good hitter is a player that fails seventy percent of the time. For every ten appearances at the plate, they will hit the ball safely… Read more “For the Love of the Game, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Heathers, by Albert W. Vogt III
Though I was born in the 1980s, I cannot say that I am a keen student of films of that era. I did not see The Breakfast Club (1985) until… Read more “Heathers, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Shadow Force, by Albert W. Vogt III
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”
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”
The Legionnaire 