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 Huntsman: Winter's War

Apr 21, 2016

The real problem with Huntsman: Winter’s War is the plot. It’s boring and unnecessary. I think the filmmakers are banking on the hype created by the previous off-camera scandal to put bodies in the theater.

Full Review | Grade: C

Criminial

Apr 14, 2016

Criminal is a very nondescript title for a somewhat interesting film, and that is only the first of a few of the problems plaguing Director Ariel Vromen’s (The Iceman) newest release.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Boss

Apr 07, 2016

The real tragedy of The Boss is that, for a comedy, it isn’t remotely funny.

Full Review | Grade: D

Point Break

Mar 29, 2016

From the beautiful snow covered mountains to the magnificent waters of the Angel Falls in Brazil, every destination is more breathtaking than the next. At least Point Break is visually stunning if nothing else.

Full Review | Grade: D

The Americans Physical Media: DVD Review

The Americans: Season 3

Mar 24, 2016

The entire cast is excellent as they portray a very real time in American history. Kerri Russell is certainly the stand out of the show.

Full Review | Grade: A

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

Mar 24, 2016

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice lacks is excitement. It has plenty of fighting scenes but no real urgency to add suspense.

Full Review | Grade: B

Eye in the Sky

Mar 23, 2016

There is so much right about Eye in the Sky it’s difficult to find many flaws.

Full Review | Grade: A

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2

Mar 23, 2016

Part of what makes My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 so much fun is the cast. From Vardalos to Corbett and Constantine, Kazan, and every one in between, the comedic timing is spot on and serious delivery of such obviously hilarious dialogue is terrific.

Full Review | Grade: B

Allegiant

Mar 17, 2016

Allegiant is beginning to suffer the same fate as another recent book trilogy turned movie series, in that it has lost some of the original appeal and has gotten boring.

Full Review | Grade: C