Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

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Allison Rose, a Senior Correspondent and Critic at FlickDirect, is a dynamic presence in the entertainment industry with a communications degree from Hofstra University. She brings her film expertise to KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM and broadcast television, and is recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic. Her role as an adept event moderator in various entertainment industry forums underscores her versatility. Her affiliations with SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society highlight her as an influential figure in film criticism and media.

Confirmation

Aug 02, 2016

With a movie like Confirmation, you need a solid script to hold audience attention and HBO got one with writer Susannah Grant (Erin Brockovich).

Full Review | Grade: B

Keanu

Aug 01, 2016

As a recent comedy goes, Keanu is above average and works on many levels. The story was cute and the cat(s) even cuter – not to mention pretty good at acting.

Full Review | Grade: B

Person of Interest Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Complete Fifth Season

Jul 29, 2016

It’s a shame this was the final season of Person of Interest because it becomes more intriguing to me with every passing year.

Full Review | Grade: F

Jason Bourne

Jul 28, 2016

After the Bourne Legacy, the franchise needed a boost and it certainly got one with this latest film.

Full Review | Grade: B

I Am Wrath

Jul 26, 2016

I Am Wrath had some great potential but needed more details and fuller script to allow these talented actors to do what they do best.

Full Review | Grade: C

Ghostbusters

Jul 14, 2016

McCarthy isn’t funny and her voice is annoyingly nasal. Wiig is slightly better but mostly uninspired. Jones adds a few moments of hilarity and a streetwise toughness that works most of the time, but the real star is McKinnon.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Infiltrator

Jul 13, 2016

Well told, nicely paced, and beautifully acted, The Infiltrator, left me craving more at the end.

Full Review | Grade: B

Green Room

Jul 11, 2016

I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the tragic, unexpected passing of Anton Yelchin. If Green Room is any indication of what is to come, he was a huge talent with a bright future ahead of him.

Full Review | Grade: B

Eddie the Eagle

Jul 11, 2016

Despite its flaws, Eddie the Eagle boasts a strong cast, good script and, like Eddie himself, a lot of heart. Watch it at least once. You won't regret it.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Innocents (Les Innocentes)

Jul 10, 2016

The Innocents (Les Innocentes) is a masterful look at how our experiences shape and change us. The messages of perseverance and hope in a time of despair are powerful.

Full Review | Grade: B