You can make all the jokes you want about Twisters. God knows I was prepared to snicker while watching it. Before going to the theater, I asked my dad if… Read more “Twisters, 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.
The Lego Movie, by Albert W. Vogt III
My favorite toy, or toys (I guess), growing up was my Lego collection. Though I religiously followed the instructions for each precious new set, eventually I would break… Read more “The Lego Movie, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Nutty Professor (1996), by Albert W. Vogt III
After watching Beverly Hills Cop II (1987), I had hoped to find the next in the series, Beverly Hills Cop III (1994), before moving onto the recently released Beverly Hills Cop: Axel… Read more “The Nutty Professor (1996), by Albert W. Vogt III”
Beverly Hills Cop II, by Albert W. Vogt III
What do actors and actresses who once enjoyed superstar status do once the limelight has faded? In many respects, this is part of God’s plan for all our… Read more “Beverly Hills Cop II, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Fly Me to the Moon, by Cameron J. Czaja
Have you ever seen a trailer for a film where the production company behind that particular movie is a major red flag? For example, whenever I see… Read more “Fly Me to the Moon, by Cameron J. Czaja”
Anyone But You, by Albert W. Vogt III
One of the advantages (or what I will refer to as an advantage for the moment, anyway) of streaming services is that they allow you to catch… Read more “Anyone But You, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Role Models, by Albert W. Vogt III
There are a lot of problems with Role Models (2008), despite it having a title that appeals to this Catholic. A major reason why we sin is because we place… Read more “Role Models, by Albert W. Vogt III”
My Favorite Wife, by Albert W. Vogt III
Now here is a fine pickle for a Catholic film reviewer who believes in the sanctity of marriage. How does such a person handle a situation wherein a… Read more “My Favorite Wife, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Awful Truth, by Albert W. Vogt III
Fair warning: I may be going on a little bit of a Cary Grant bender. Not that this notion should alarm you. Quite the contrary: it should fill you… Read more “The Awful Truth, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Only the Lonely, by Albert W. Vogt III
There were a few moments while watching Only the Lonely (1991) that I wanted to write it off as being awful. Much of this has to do with Rose Muldoon… Read more “Only the Lonely, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Legionnaire 