Growing up, I was always interested in magic tricks. My brother used to practice magic tricks with cards, ropes, and cups. We would see magicians perform, and… Read more “The Prestige, by Diane M. Blenke”
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.
The Illusionist, by Diane M. Blenke
I saw The Illusionist (2006) in theaters when it first came out, and it instantly became one of my favorites. It was one of two magician-themed movies being released… Read more “The Illusionist, by Diane M. Blenke”
I’ll Be Seeing You, by Albert W. Vogt III
There is a tendency to view the past as being simpler. It is a symptom of our collective selfishness, centered on what is directly in front of our… Read more “I’ll Be Seeing You, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Family Switch, by Albert W. Vogt III
When I chose Family Switch (2023), I did not realize it was going to be a Christmas movie. Hence, when I get to that time of the year there will… Read more “Family Switch, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House, by Albert W. Vogt III
While watching Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House, I could not help but feel a kindred spirit with James Blandings (Cary Grant). Though I am not having a home… Read more “Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Woman in Gold, by Albert W. Vogt III
On Holy Thursday, once Mass is finished, there is a procession of the Host (that is the body of Jesus) from the Altar to a place of… Read more “Woman in Gold, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Transformers One, by Albert W. Vogt III
Call me a traitor to my generation, but whenever I see a trailer for a new entry in the Transformers franchise, I sigh and roll my eyes. Because of my… Read more “Transformers One, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Overboard (1987), by Albert W. Vogt III
For a few weeks now, as I scrolled through lists of films in my various streaming services, I noted the remake of Overboard (2018), starring Anna Faris. I have been… Read more “Overboard (1987), by Albert W. Vogt III”
Adventureland, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are a lot of qualities to Adventureland (2009), and there are some unfortunate aspects. Then again, that is life, is it not? I am as guilty as anyone else in… Read more “Adventureland, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Diggers, by Albert W. Vogt III
Something that I wrestle with my spiritual director about is perfection. A small part of me has an idealized conception of faith that says the more I grow… Read more “Diggers, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Legionnaire 