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.

Keeping Up With The Joneses

Jan 17, 2017

Fischer, Hamm and Gadot are perfect for their roles, as is Galifianakis, but he lacks some believability as being 'mild-mannered'.

Full Review | Grade: C

Girls: The Complete Fifth Season

Jan 09, 2017

Girls has been groundbreaking since the beginning and Season 5 is no different.

Full Review | Grade: B

Underworld: Blood Wars

Jan 06, 2017

Foester brings a different feel to the film than we have seen in its predecessors.

Full Review | Grade: D

The Disappointments Room

Jan 05, 2017

Beckinsale is a good actress and does her best with the material.

Full Review | Grade: D

Hidden Figures

Jan 04, 2017

Hidden Figures flows nicely and tells a heartwarming story about perseverance and triumph in the face of adversity.

Full Review | Grade: B

Blair Witch

Jan 03, 2017

If you are fan of horror films, Adam Wingard, or The Blair Witch Project, you want to consider getting this title for your collection.

Full Review | Grade: C

Snowden

Dec 27, 2016

Move over superheroes, tech nerds are the new thing!

Full Review | Grade: B

Why Him?

Dec 22, 2016

There is nothing new or earth shattering about Why Him? The story has been told a thousand times before and I’m sure this isn’t the last time we will see it.

Full Review | Grade: C