When I was a kid growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, there lived nearby a family with which my sister was friends with their young daughter. They… Read more “The Dirt, 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.
Old Yeller, by Albert W. Vogt III
Nobody likes to see an animal, especially a pet, die in a movie. If you do, well, I will pray for you. Of course, there are caveats. If they are… Read more “Old Yeller, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Quiet Man, by Albert W. Vogt III
When we think about John Wayne, we typically think of Westerns. Some of his most iconic roles are of that genre. Films like Stagecoach (1939), Fort Apache (1948), The Searchers (1956), and the original True Grit (1969),… Read more “The Quiet Man, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Sylvia Scarlett, by Albert W. Vogt III
The film Sylvia Scarlett (1935) underscores the truth that relying on stereotypes will lead to an incomplete understanding of anything. Such assumptions can have some basis in fact, but never… Read more “Sylvia Scarlett, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Waiting for Guffman, by Albert W. Vogt III
Who among us would pass up a chance at stardom? If you watch Waiting for Guffman (1996), the answer it will provide is that everyone wants to be famous. Of course,… Read more “Waiting for Guffman, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Set It Up, by Albert W. Vogt III
Given the number of romantic comedies I have lately seen, I am beginning to believe it is my favorite film genre. As I finished watching Set It Up (2018), realizing… Read more “Set It Up, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Operation Mincemeat, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are a few careers that go unsung by society, but nonetheless are of vital importance to humanity. We tend not to acknowledge the spiritual ones, but I… Read more “Operation Mincemeat, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Jackpot!, by Albert W. Vogt III
Jackpot! is violent and vulgar, and it should be watched. It should not be viewed by all audiences. Specifically, the film should not be shown to minors. However, if you are… Read more “Jackpot!, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Crow (2024), by Albert W. Vogt III
There is a lot of bad pseudo-theology about death. In the West, much of this has been borrowed from Christianity. People have taken whatever pieces of the religion, broadly… Read more “The Crow (2024), by Albert W. Vogt III”
Holiday, by Albert W. Vogt III
Discerning our path in life is difficult. This is the case for me, anyway. Some of my earliest hopes and dreams involved me getting married and having a family. When… Read more “Holiday, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Legionnaire 