Before there was The Walking Dead (2010-present), or even a Zombieland (2009), there was Shaun of the Dead (2004). It premiered in an era when zombie films and television shows still took the notion… Read more “Shaun of the Dead, by Albert W. Vogt III”
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The World’s End, by Albert W. Vogt III
With my birthday last weekend conveniently falling on a Friday, I thought it would be nice if I shared on The Legionnaire’s various social media platforms my top… Read more “The World’s End, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Bottle Rocket, by Albert W. Vogt III
Finally, I have come to the end of the Wes Anderson movie catalog. By coming to the end, I have also come to the beginning. Today’s film is his… Read more “Bottle Rocket, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, by Albert W. Vogt III
If there is a better example of a movie you see one way as a kid, and another as an adult, than Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971),… Read more “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Isle of Dogs, by Albert W. Vogt III
I am writing this review on my birthday. I know, what a nerd. One of the joys of a birthday, if not being productive, is getting love and support… Read more “Isle of Dogs, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Fantastic Mr. Fox, by Albert W. Vogt III
If you have been following along with these reviews of Wes Anderson films, you will note a few repeated themes. For this Catholic, the most troubling of these… Read more “Fantastic Mr. Fox, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Darjeeling Limited, by Albert W. Vogt III
The old man I live with is not a fan of Wes Anderson. Perhaps that is unfair. It is difficult to pin down what the guy likes and dislikes… Read more “The Darjeeling Limited, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, by Albert W. Vogt III
When I was studying for my Master’s degree in Florida Studies (yes, there is such a thing), I took a course on Florida Rivers. Again, totally real. It happened. I… Read more “The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Rushmore, by Albert W. Vogt III
I wonder about Wes Anderson. While talking about other films that he has directed, I admitted to being charmed by his films. They have a recognizable style, and I… Read more “Rushmore, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Royal Tenenbaums, by Albert W. Vogt III
Since watching The French Dispatch (2021), I have given myself the side quest of viewing every Wes Anderson film. Most of his recent work I have already seen. This means going… Read more “The Royal Tenenbaums, by Albert W. Vogt III”
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