Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

Here at FlickDirect, our goal is to provide up-to-date reviews on theatrical, home entertainment, and television series. Check out the reviews of upcoming films or programming, and even our take on the classsics.

Allison Rose, a Senior Correspondent and Critic at FlickDirect, is a dynamic presence in the entertainment industry with a communications degree from Hofstra University. She brings her film expertise to KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM and broadcast television, and is recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic. Her role as an adept event moderator in various entertainment industry forums underscores her versatility. Her affiliations with SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society highlight her as an influential figure in film criticism and media.

Wizards Beyond Waverly Place

Oct 28, 2024

Henrie is the same goofy, dorky, lovable older brother we remember from the original Wizards of Waverly Place.

Full Review | Grade: B

We Live In Time

Oct 24, 2024

Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield deliver raw, unforgettable performances in We Live In Time, a heartfelt journey through love, loss, and resilience.

Full Review | Grade: B

Borderlands

Oct 23, 2024

With a star-studded cast, Borderlands set high expectations right from the start.

Full Review | Grade: C

Sideways

Oct 22, 2024

Giamatti, although overlooked by the Academy, serves as the emotional anchor of the film, holding its narrative together with his compelling performance.

Full Review | Grade: B

Smile 2

Oct 17, 2024

Smile 2 has a few less-than-stellar moments but continues the tradition set in the first film and based on the ending, a third film is most probably going to happen.

Full Review | Grade: B

A Nightmare on Elm Street

Oct 14, 2024

Wes Craven, known as the master of horror and sultan of shock, brings terrifying thrills in A Nightmare On Elm Street, a true classic of the genre.

Full Review | Grade: B

The West Wing Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The West Wing: Complete Series

Oct 11, 2024

The West Wing is regarded as one of the greatest television shows of all time, having won 26 Primetime Emmy Awards, 3 Golden Globes and 2 Peabody Awards during its original run.

Full Review | Grade: B

Piece by Piece

Oct 09, 2024

Using Legos to illustrate Williams's artistry makes this documentary groundbreaking, relatable on a variety of levels, and easy to watch regardless of one's age.

Full Review | Grade: B

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Oct 08, 2024

Seeing Harold, his friends, and his crayons come to life is a treat that anyone familiar with the books would be interested to see.

Full Review | Grade: C

Friends: The Complete Series

Oct 03, 2024

Friends still has massive appeal as evidenced by the viewership of the 2021 televised reunion, and the outpouring of love as news of Perry's death broke in 2023

Full Review | Grade: B