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 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.

Ocean's 8

Jun 06, 2018

While the mostly female cast might make it seem like a girls night out movie, this is a film both men and women alike can enjoy.

Full Review | Grade: B

Every Day

Jun 04, 2018

A good script and cast combined with a unique and interesting story is a winning combination and a film every teenager and their parents should watch.

Full Review | Grade: B

Peter Pan Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Peter Pan Anniversary Edition

Jun 04, 2018

If you have young ones or are a new grandparent, I recommend picking this release up of Peter Pan today if you don’t already own it.

Full Review | Grade: B

Adrift

May 31, 2018

Compelling and life-affirming, Adrift is a real-life survival story...Emotional and draining it will make you wonder what you have been doing with your life.

Full Review | Grade: B

Jurassic Park Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Jurassic Park 25th Anniversary Collection

May 29, 2018

The audio is slightly upgraded to DTS:X (from DTS-HD Master audio 7.1). The now infamous roar in Jurassic Park is full and vibrates throughout your entire house.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Patriot

May 22, 2018

The Patriot is a solid Mel Gibson film that also showcased an up and coming talent that was Heath Ledger.

Full Review | Grade: B

Early Man

May 22, 2018

Early Man is encoded with Dolby Atmos and, if you have a surround sound system, you can definitely hear the difference.

Full Review | Grade: B

Red Sparrow

May 21, 2018

Theatrically there is style sewn throughout Red Sparrow, but at times, it simply needed more.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Matrix

May 21, 2018

With the addition of the 4K quality, The Matrix is once again an experience everyone should have at least once.

Full Review | Grade: A

Solo: A Star Wars Story

May 15, 2018

As a standalone film, Solo: A Star Wars Story has a good plot, interesting characters, and well-done action scenes. As part of the classic franchise, it comes across a little disjointed and disconnected.

Full Review | Grade: B