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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.


Animal Kingdom Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Animal Kingdom: The Complete First Season
As we see these people vying for their place in the family...the audience can easily become caught up in the awkwardness of it all.  With a somewhat perverse reverse Oedipus complex dynamic occurring on a regular basis.
Full Review  | Grade: B


The Founder Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Founder
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 Movie / Film Review
Sand Castle
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 Movie / Film Review
Fate of The Furious
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



War on Everyone Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
War on Everyone
Skarsgard and Pena have great timing and an easy rapport that make the plot just a little more interesting.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Lion Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Lion
An amazing story, terrific acting, some well-done directing and several poignant scenes makes Lion memorable.
Full Review  | Grade: A

The Bye Bye Man Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Bye Bye Man
(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

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