There are a lot of problems with Elizabeth (1998), and I do not necessarily mean the title ruler of England (Cate Blanchett). My knowledge of these issues… Read more “Elizabeth, 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 Rip, by Albert W. Vogt III
There is nothing of note coming out in the theaters this weekend, aside from the kind of horror/slasher films I typically avoid for The Legionnaire. If Cameron,… Read more “The Rip, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, by Albert W. Vogt III
Having a word like “pilgrimage” in the title of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (2023) excites a Catholic film reviewer. Pilgrimages are a foundational aspect of… Read more “The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, by Albert W. Vogt III
History can be a kick in the teeth. That does not make it any less important to study. What also often occurs with the past, though, is… Read more “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Star Wars: The Clone Wars, by Albert W. Vogt III
Just when I thought I had reviewed every Star Wars film there is to discuss, scrolling through Disney+ reminded me that there was one more. I am… Read more “Star Wars: The Clone Wars, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Train Dreams, by Albert W. Vogt III
Sometimes I think I am destined to become someone like Robert Grainier (Joel Edgerton) in Train Dreams (2025). Then again, only God knows my destiny, so I… Read more “Train Dreams, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Donovan’s Reef, by Albert W. Vogt III
After the events of the day, I had to watch something lighter. In hindsight, I could have made a better choice. What I watched was Donovan’s Reef… Read more “Donovan’s Reef, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Wind River, by Albert W. Vogt III
There is so much sadness in the world, and none of it is the work of God. He put us on this planet to experience the joy… Read more “Wind River, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Send Help, by Albert W. Vogt III
As a practicing Catholic, I was repelled by the final line in Send Help. I will not reveal now who said it. That will come up later. … Read more “Send Help, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Iron Will, by Albert W. Vogt III
As a rule, I try to avoid dog movies. I am not as insistent upon this as Diane Blenke, the occasional contributor to The Legionnaire. I know… Read more “Iron Will, by Albert W. Vogt III”
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