Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

Here at FlickDirect, our goal is to provide up-to-date reviews on theatrical, home entertainment, and television series. Check out the reviews of upcoming films or programming, and even our take on the classsics.

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.

The Neon Demon

Sep 30, 2016

While we all know modeling and high fashion are hard industries with lots of backstabbing and manipulation, Refn’s take is more surreal and unnerving.

Full Review | Grade: C

Deepwater Horizon

Sep 29, 2016

Russell is solid as the man in charge of a well-run ship and Wahlberg is a wonder that can go from comedy to real life drama in the blink of an eye.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cell

Sep 27, 2016

As a commentary on today’s world where most of us are in a zombie-like state staring at our electronic devices instead of interacting with those around us, Cell is a meaningful look at what we as a society have become.

Full Review | Grade: D

Central Intelligence

Sep 27, 2016

What happens when you were the geek in High School and now you‘ve peaked 20 years later?

Full Review | Grade: B

Empire: The Complete Second Season

Sep 26, 2016

The cast is outstanding and Terrence Howard is a force to be reckoned with.

Full Review | Grade: B

Beauty and the Beast Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Beauty and the Beast: 25th Anniversary Edition

Sep 23, 2016

By Disney standards, Beauty and the Beast is a standout. The hour and a half movie has it all.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Magnificent Seven

Sep 22, 2016

The Magnificent Seven is an entertaining film with a mix of action, drama, and comedy.

Full Review | Grade: B

Free State of Jones

Sep 20, 2016

McConaughey’s charm is one of the positive aspects of the film and it is easy to see how he could command a group of disheartened people and get them to band together to fight back.

Full Review | Grade: B