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Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews by Allison Rose

Browse reviews written by Allison Rose, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.

All Reviews Theatrical 4K / Blu-ray TV / Streaming

Allison Rose, FlickDirect film critic

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.


Kick-Ass Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Kick-Ass
Kick-Ass is a mish-mosh of ideas that somehow comes together and almost completely works.  It’s got a good cast and some fun scenes which helps the viewer get immersed in the story.  It’s worth watching if for no other reason than simply to bring out the inner superhero in all of us.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Dreamgirls Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Dreamgirls
Dreamgirls is what happens when you have an amazing cast teamed up with a terrific director and an award-winning soundtrack.  As the stars align and the planets converge, you can sense that this film is something special and it really is.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Wish Upon Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Wish Upon
What would you do if you found a magic lamp that could grant you wishes?  What would you wish for?  What happens when you start to realize those wishes had dire consequences?
Full Review  | Grade: C


A Fish Called Wanda Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
A Fish Called Wanda
A Fish Called Wanda is a new classic that people remember and love and was a good choice for the new Blu-ray “makeover” and re-release.  If you loved the movie back in 1988 this version will surely please you. 
Full Review  | Grade: B

L.A. Confidential Physical Media: DVD Review
L.A. Confidential
The script is a perfect example of masterful screenwriting.  There are so many intricacies to the story but nothing feels bogged down or skimmed over and the story is fairly easy to follow and not confusing at all. 
Full Review  | Grade: A

Taken Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Taken: The Complete First Season One
There are few people out there who don’t know the famous line from the 2008 film, Taken. It has become iconic along with the character and helped to launch two sequels as well as a television show - as of this past year. 
Full Review  | Grade: C

Empire Physical Media: DVD Review
Empire: The Complete Third Season
Empire has a few things going for it...First and foremost is the cast.  Howard has moments of pure evil and he can shut a person down with just a glaring stare.  His non-verbals are just as potent as the words coming out of his mouth.
Full Review  | Grade: B


Lethal Weapon Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Lethal Weapon: The Complete First Season
Fans of the original Lethal Weapon film will want to compare the show with the films but doing so would be detrimental to any chance of enjoying the series. Giving it a fair shot on its own, one will find it to be a decent piece of work with a lot of thought and time put into its writing and production.
Full Review  | Grade: C

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