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.

12 Strong

Jan 18, 2018

12 Strong kept my attention and gave me new insight into what our military was involved in overseas after 9/11. While some will say it “glamorizes” war, it is nonetheless entertaining and informative.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Lego Ninjago Movie

Jan 16, 2018

The Lego Ninjago Movie has an amazing level of talent involved including Chan, Franco, and Theroux. All three are terrific at emoting vocally, which helps the viewer feel compassion for their characters.

Full Review | Grade: C

Blade Runner 2049

Jan 15, 2018

If one has to wait over 30 years for a sequel, it better be worth it and I can assure you, Blade Runner 2049 certainly fits the bill. Visually and orally exceptional, it is well acted and directed and is worth the investment.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Commuter

Jan 12, 2018

You’ll be engrossed for much of the film but in the end, you’ll probably walk out thinking, "what was all that build up for?"

Full Review | Grade: C

Battle of the Sexes

Jan 09, 2018

Well acted, well written, and interesting, Battle of the Sexes presents a piece of history in such a way to keep the audience interested and emotionally invested. It deserves all the praise it has garnered.

Full Review | Grade: B

My Little Pony: The Movie

Jan 09, 2018

The voice talent in Little Pony: The Movie is incredibly strong with veteran voice actors and the aforementioned cast with a 1080p high definition video quality is strong and the colors pop off the screen beautifully.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Dark Knight

Jan 08, 2018

The 2160p high definition video quality is much kinder to The Dark Knight than it was to its predecessor, Batman Begins. The special effects are so well done that you can’t see any flaws in the upgrade to 4K.

Full Review | Grade: A

Batman Begins

Jan 03, 2018

With Nolan at the helm and Bale steering the ship this Batman film delves deeper and is more serious than its predecessors but it works so well you can’t help but admire the craftsmanship.

Full Review | Grade: B

American Made

Jan 02, 2018

The subject matter of American Made is interesting and outrageous and the fact that is it based on true events makes it all the more intriguing.

Full Review | Grade: B

Inception

Jan 02, 2018

If you look up the word inception in the dictionary, you will find this meaning - an act, process, or instance of beginning: commencement. However, for director Christopher Nolan it means something slightly different.

Full Review | Grade: B