Despite getting a later start than usual in watching a film to review, I felt Gone in 60 Seconds (2000) too big a feature to pass up today. I have… Read more “Gone in 60 Seconds, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Category: Drama
Once Upon a Honeymoon, by Albert W. Vogt III
During World War II, the United States government enlisted the help of Hollywood in order to promote the Allied cause. There were obvious propaganda films designed to highlight… Read more “Once Upon a Honeymoon, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Penny Serenade, by Albert W. Vogt III
An oft repeated maxim I use when discussing older films, particularly from Hollywood’s so-called “Golden Age” (roughly 1930-1950, give or take a few years), is to remember… Read more “Penny Serenade, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Gifted, by Albert W. Vogt III
As I begin to write this review of Gifted (2017), I am balling my eyes out. I am crying not because I am sad, though it does produce that emotion. What… Read more “Gifted, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Somewhere in Time, by Albert W. Vogt III
It may be merely semantics, but I prefer the term film reviewer over film critic. The former more aligns with my desire to apply my Catholic analysis. My desire… Read more “Somewhere in Time, by Albert W. Vogt III”
Brain on Fire, by Albert W. Vogt III
All life is precious. That is the stance of the Catholic Church. This tenet is typically applied to abortion, and for good reason. The life of an infant inside a… Read more “Brain on Fire, by Albert W. Vogt III”
The Prestige, by Diane M. Blenke
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”
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”
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”
The Legionnaire 