One of the most repeated phrases when talking about comedies here on The Legionnaire is how difficult it is to do them justice, particularly from a Catholic perspective. Yet, while… Read more “Hot Shots!, by Albert W. Vogt III”
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Daredevil, by Albert W. Vogt III
Among the literal universe of Marvel characters (using their terms), there is one superhero that stands out as an avowed Catholic: Daredevil (2003). Unfortunately, the film dedicated to Matt Murdock’s… Read more “Daredevil, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Deadpool & Wolverine, by Albert W. Vogt III
What is the difference between being blasphemous and outright blasphemy? For a Catholic film reviewer, that is a heckuva way to begin discussing any film. Yet, if you saw… Read more “Deadpool & Wolverine, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Squanto: A Warrior’s Tale, by Albert W. Vogt III
Disney does a lot of things well, but presenting history is not one of them. You can find the majority of their egregious errors when they address the… Read more “Squanto: A Warrior’s Tale, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Burn After Reading, by Albert W. Vogt III
One of the things I look for when watching films to review for The Legionnaire is some kind of lesson that, even if it does not directly invoke the… Read more “Burn After Reading, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Twisters, by Albert W. Vogt III
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”
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”
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”
Despicable Me 4, by Albert W. Vogt III
Without my nieces, it was hard to muster up the desire to see Despicable Me 4. The only motivating factor is my desire to keep bringing you at least… Read more “Despicable Me 4, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Total Recall (2012), by Albert W. Vogt III
You have to laugh a little when Total Recall (2012) begins. I should stay more committed to being charitable, but the irony is not lost on this reviewer, Catholic or… Read more “Total Recall (2012), by Albert W. Vogt III”
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