Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

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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.

Batman Lego Movie

Jun 13, 2017

Very funny moments happen throughout (the Batman Lego Movie), so you can’t help but walk away afterward with a smile on your face. There are the occasional lighthearted jabs and the inside jokes for those well versed in the superhero world but even little ones who don’t know the hints will still love the film.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Vampire Diaries Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Vampire Diaries Season 8

Jun 13, 2017

The acting is exactly what we have come to expect from these actors the last 8 years and they stay true to form. The various directors, including Somerhalder, Wesley and series creator Julie Plec (The Originals), seamlessly move from one episode to the next without losing the feel of the season.

Full Review | Grade: B

John Wick, Chapter 2

Jun 08, 2017

John Wick: Chapter 2 is a Tour de Force of action sequences including hand to hand combat, guns, knives, and cars and Stuntman turned director, Chad Stahelski (Captain America: Civil War), showcases them all beautifully.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Mummy

Jun 07, 2017

Dark is definitely the descriptive term I would use for The Mummy, as it is much less fun and campy than the 1999 version

Full Review | Grade: C

Beauty and the Beast

Jun 06, 2017

Disney is on a role with their movies, both animated and live-action, and the production value is part of the reason why. The time taken to create the set pieces that come to life and all the special effects sequences are incredibly done and, though they had the potential to, don’t seem cheesy or fake in any way.

Full Review | Grade: A

Aftermath

Jun 06, 2017

For those looking for action hero Schwarzenegger, he isn’t anywhere to be found in this film but with a very talented cast members, the movie has some great moments.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

Jun 05, 2017

Rose Byrne is terrific as Skloot, a somewhat naïve freelance writer determined to get the Lacks family to trust her enough to tell their story. However, the stand out is Winfrey herself as the emotionally, mentally and physically ill Deborah.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Assignment

Jun 04, 2017

Sigourney Weaver is masterful as the conceited and somewhat maniacal doctor. Her delivery is methodical and deliberate, which gives the audience the feel for what the good doctor was like before she lost her license and was incarcerated.

Full Review | Grade: C

Dredd

Jun 02, 2017

The 2160p high definition video quality of the 4K UHD is outstanding in this case. The bold hues of the colors, especially the blood splatter, are excellent and the black tones are deep and true.

Full Review | Grade: B

Churchill

Jun 01, 2017

Cox is well suited to playing this character (Churchill ) and though he is not the first, nor maybe the best, he does well to portray the iconic, beloved man during a time of supreme angst and sorrow in his life.

Full Review | Grade: B