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.

Lion

Apr 10, 2017

An amazing story, terrific acting, some well-done directing and several poignant scenes makes Lion memorable.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Bye Bye Man

Apr 10, 2017

(The Bye Bye Man) had some potential but maybe for budget reasons the characters and plot never fully get fleshed out which is a shame. It had the makings of an original psychological/sci-fi thriller but just can’t seem to deliver.

Full Review | Grade: C

Smurfs: The Lost Village

Apr 06, 2017

The overall feel (The Smurfs: The Lost Village) is a throwback to those days back in the 1980's when I could grab some cereal and watch tv while the rest of the house was still sleeping.

Full Review | Grade: C

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

Mar 27, 2017

While all eight films are out on Blu-ray, the last four come to 4K Blu-ray this week and promise to be worth the asking price. The content hasn’t changed but the quality is just a little higher standard.

Full Review | Grade: B

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Mar 27, 2017

These movies are classics that will delight generations to come and having them in their most updated format is essential for any Harry Potter fan.

Full Review | Grade: B

20th Century Women

Mar 27, 2017

Part of why this script works is the cast. They work so well together that the dialogue makes sense and the scenes feel as intimate as they should.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Smurfs

Mar 27, 2017

For those, like me, who remember the cartoon, this movie is a pleasant stroll down memory lane. The Smurfs are well animated with special attention given to details.

Full Review | Grade: B

CHiPs

Mar 23, 2017

While this CHiPs in nothing like the television show it is a fun, good time. The stars, action and even the plot keep the audience interested and entertained.

Full Review | Grade: B

Power Rangers

Mar 23, 2017

People who were kids of the 90s will rush to the theater for the nostalgia of one of their favorite television shows...for many others who didn’t grow up with it, it has no sense of connection to them.

Full Review | Grade: C

Assassins Creed

Mar 21, 2017

With a terrific cast full of Oscar nominees and winners, I had pretty high expectations...Fassbender is pretty tough as Cal...Irons always makes for a convincing bad guy.

Full Review | Grade: C