The Terminator
The Terminator, produced on a $6.5 million budget, reveals moments where the updated 4K video quality highlights its modest production roots.
FlickDirect Movie Reviews
Physical Media: 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD Reviews by Allison Rose
Browse reviews written by Allison Rose, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.
Allison Rose is a Senior Correspondent and Critic for FlickDirect, bringing years of experience in film coverage and broadcast media. A Hofstra University communications graduate, she previously held an FCC broadcast license and now shares her movie expertise weekly on KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM, with additional appearances on television and at industry events. Recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic, Allison is an active member of SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society.
The Crow
Skarsgård shines, but weaker cast and a flimsy plot make this version of The Crow fall short.
AfrAId
Afraid explores society's tech fears as AI creeps into daily life but falls short on thriller tension, leaving it a mediocre horror despite a strong concept.
A Nightmare on Elm Street
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.
The West Wing: Complete Series
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.
Harold and the Purple Crayon
Seeing Harold, his friends, and his crayons come to life is a treat that anyone familiar with the books would be interested to see.
Friends: The Complete Series
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
Can't Hardly Wait
Can't Hardly Wait is the typical fare for 1990s teen movies and it is entertaining without going too far overboard.
Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip
When you watch Pryor doing what he does best, you can't help but notice his impeccable timing and delivery.