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.

Alice Through the Looking Glass

May 26, 2016

The biggest problem with Alice Through the Looking Glass is it tries too hard and falls short.

Full Review | Grade: D

Weiner

May 25, 2016

Weiner is not a likable guy and the camera is not kind to him.

Full Review | Grade: A

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising

May 19, 2016

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising has so many holes in it you could drive a Mack Truck though them but it’s meant to be a brainless comedy and it certainly achieves that goal.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Nice Guys

May 19, 2016

While not as strong, or cohesive, as Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, The Nice Guys is still a humorous film with a multi-layered plot underneath.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Witch

May 16, 2016

As more of an intellectual horror film, The Witch made the audience think and interpret where the true evil comes from.

Full Review | Grade: B

Joy

May 10, 2016

Jennifer Lawrence is as good as ever, and she and Bradley Cooper have a chemistry that makes them a formidable team.

Full Review | Grade: B

Independence Day

May 10, 2016

For all its schmaltzy graphics, the Independence Day is beautifully presented in 1080p resolution that really makes the explosions fill the entire room.

Full Review | Grade: B

Captain America: Civil War

May 05, 2016

Most diehard fans will find enough similarities between the comic books and the movie to feel satisfied that Marvel stayed true to the plot. Those that have never read the comic books but enjoyed the other superhero offerings won’t be disappointed by this latest installment.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Revenant

Apr 28, 2016

If you missed all the hype, DiCaprio won his first Oscar for this role, so it’s safe to say he does an excellent job, especially because he spends much of The Revenant nonverbal.

Full Review | Grade: B