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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.


Song to Song Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Song to Song
Malick has a distinct eye and his visuals are unique and interesting....His knack for creating the electric sexual undercurrent throughout the film should be commended.  While we rarely see an actual lovemaking scene, the smallest of glances and touches ignite the screen.
Full Review  | Grade: C

The Lost City of Z Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Lost City of Z
Charlie Hunnam is very good as Fawcett playing him with a calm demeanor and not the obsessive, goal driven human one might think he might have been in real life.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Léon: The Professional Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Léon: The Professional
Besson’s voice is definitely unique and distinct in everything he writes and directs. His decidedly French influence is obvious in everything from angles and costumes to the music chosen for his films’ soundtracks.  Leon: The Professional is no different, which is part of what makes it such a classic movie loved by audiences around the world.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Their Finest Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Their Finest
The cast is one of the gems of Their Finest.  Arterton combines an inner strength with an outward vulnerability and naiveté to create the perfect Catrin.  She is sweet and mild but possesses a fire hidden underneath the surface that she doesn’t even realize she has.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Big Sick Movie / Film Review
The Big Sick
The sincerity of the tale and the unexpected success of Nanjiani as the male lead make The Big Sick tantalizing and infectiously (pun intended) appealing.  In a world full of explosions and car chases, this movie offers something different and executes it nicely.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Absolutely Anything Physical Media: DVD Review
Absolutely Anything
With a terrific cast and one of the Monty Python writers penning the script for Absolutely Anything, I had hopes for something really fun.  Unfortunately, I got mildly entertaining fare for an hour and a half.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Spider-Man: Homecoming Movie / Film Review
Spider-Man: Homecoming
With the young cast Spider-Man: Homecoming, it is certainly geared to appeal to a tween/teen audience... Perhaps Marvel is finally trying to lighten things up a bit and if so, this was a good start and paves the way to an already announced sequel.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Despicable Me 3 Movie / Film Review
Despicable Me 3
Despicable Me 3 has a lot going for it yet, somehow, it just doesn’t have the same feel as the first two films and drags a little.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Money Physical Media: DVD Review
Money
As it made its way around the film festival circuit last year, Money garnered well-deserved praise and award nominations.  It was a terrific film that deserves watching.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Rise of the Planet of the Apes Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Rise of the Planet of the Apes
The 4K offers a unique viewing experience that, in this case, is well worth it and any Planet of the Apes fan will not only want to get this combo pack but its sequel, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, as well.
Full Review  | Grade: B

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