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.

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.

The Founder

Apr 25, 2017

The Founder may evoke sympathy for the McDonald brothers and their descendants and may turn fans of McDonald’s off the franchise, as it left me angry and sad and tired of greedy people and the corporations they run.

Full Review | Grade: B

Sand Castle

Apr 20, 2017

While the material isn’t necessarily anything new or earth-shattering – we all know from the news the struggles out troops have faced overseas – I thought the movie presented a slightly more interesting view of what when on there.

Full Review | Grade: C

Fate of The Furious

Apr 13, 2017

The series has a loyal fan base and if the crowds for the previous screenings are any indications this movie will do very well at the box office. With movies nine and ten already announced, it looks like we will be seeing a lot more of Dom and company in the future.

Full Review | Grade: B

Silicon Valley Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Silicon Valley: The Complete Third Season

Apr 11, 2017

Audiences seem to enjoy Silicon Valley and with the way the show is going, I don’t see that waning anytime soon.

Full Review | Grade: B

Veep: The Complete Fifth Season

Apr 11, 2017

The season finale is a shocker, with series regulars on the outs and new people ending up being in.

Full Review | Grade: B

War on Everyone

Apr 10, 2017

Skarsgard and Pena have great timing and an easy rapport that make the plot just a little more interesting.

Full Review | Grade: C

Lion

Apr 10, 2017

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

Full Review | Grade: A

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: A