Recent FlickDirect Movie Reviews
Original reviews from FlickDirect critics. Follow each title to its canonical review page.
- Resident Evil proves Zach Cregger has found his calling, delivering a fully formed horror film with scares, humor, gore, and more to offer than blood and intestines strewn across a set. — Resident Evil; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- Passenger starts off well and delivers an impressive Atmos experience, but its lack of character development and backstory leaves the final act struggling to reach its destination. — Passenger; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- The Breadwinner has a few cute moments, but its familiar premise and lack of laugh-out-loud comedy make it difficult to ignore how much better Mr. Mom did it decades ago. — The Breadwinner; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- Onslaught is an onslaught to the viewer's senses, with schizophrenic tonal changes that make the movie feel like a failed experiment. — Onslaught; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 2 out of 5;
- The Sheep Detectives is sweet, humorous, and entertaining, with an infectious charm that makes it a film the whole family can enjoy more than once. — The Sheep Detectives; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 5 out of 5;
- Fathom Entertainment gives Terminator 2: Judgment Day the big-screen return it deserves. If you have the chance to see this classic in theaters, don't miss it. — Terminator 2: Judgment Day; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 5 out of 5;
- MDV Visual does a good job with this release, and Van Damme fans will enjoy adding Lionheart to their collection. — Lionheart; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- Reacher Season 3 may have the weakest plot of the series so far, but it is still entertaining, enjoyable to watch, and leaves you wanting more. — Reacher; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- The Mandalorian and Grogu delivers good action, great fight choreography, humor, and an adorable Grogu, even if the film feels more like another episode of the television series. — The Mandalorian and Grogu; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- The Dog Stars features breathtaking cinematography and strong supporting performances, but sluggish pacing and a disjointed story keep it from being one of Ridley Scott's better films. — The Dog Stars; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- The Fast and the Furious is poorly written and very different from what the franchise became, but it still sparked a legacy that will endure for decades to come. — The Fast and The Furious; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- Practical Magic has become a cult classic, thanks to its excellent cast and the terrific chemistry between Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. — Practical Magic; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- The Rivals of Amziah King proves Andrew Patterson's debut was no fluke, delivering a beautifully told sophomore effort from a filmmaker to watch for years to come. — The Rivals of Amziah King; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 5 out of 5;
- Insidious: Out of the Further isn't the best of the franchise, but it has enough jump scares, creepiness, and story to appease Insidious fans. — Insidious: Out of the Further; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- There is no doubt Jason Statham was the right man for Mutiny, but sadly, there is little else that makes the movie appealing. — Mutiny; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- Repo Men is not an easy film to watch, but its vision of Corporate America valuing profit over human life feels more relevant today than ever. — Repo Men; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 3 out of 5;
- The End of Oak Street has its own unique look and feel, with realistic dinosaurs, strong performances, and plenty of suspense setting it apart from its predecessors. — The End of Oak Street; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- Coyote vs. Acme balances animated hijinks with a surprisingly grounded story, making Wile E. Coyote's day in court enjoyable for generations of Looney Tunes fans. — Coyote vs. Acme; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- Hokum is beautifully shot, suspenseful, and layered enough that viewers may need to see it more than once to catch all of its nuances. — Hokum; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- Barbarian takes audiences on a twisted, unpredictable journey filled with genuine scares, strong performances, and a truly disturbing payoff. — Barbarian; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- The Ninth Jedi delivers stunning animation and expands one of Star Wars: Visions' strongest stories into a satisfying new adventure. — Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- One Night Only turns an unusual dystopian premise into a funny, charming rom-com powered by terrific chemistry between Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner. — One Night Only; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- A gripping World War II drama driven by outstanding performances and relentless tension. — Pressure; reviewed by Maureen Buccellato; rated 5 out of 5;
- SOULM8TE may feel like an adult M3GAN, but Lily Sullivan’s chilling performance and steady suspense make it a worthwhile thriller. — Soulma8te; reviewed by Allison Rose; rated 4 out of 5;
- A visually spectacular sci-fi adventure filled with heart, humor, and wonder. — Project Hail Mary; reviewed by Maureen Buccellato; rated 5 out of 5;