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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.

All Reviews Theatrical 4K / Blu-ray TV / Streaming

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.

The Hunger Games Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

The Hunger Games Series

Nov 08, 2016

The 4K Blu-rays are presented in 2160p High Definition video with a 2.39:1 aspect ratio. This, of course, makes the resolution fantastic and the colors vibrant and spectacular.

Full Review | Grade: B

Trolls

Nov 03, 2016

Trolls' animation is fantastic with color hues that are vibrant and full and run the entire spectrum.

Full Review | Grade: B

Doctor Strange

Nov 03, 2016

There is humor strewn throughout Doctor Strange, although it sometimes felt like (at times) it was too much.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ballers Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Review

The Complete Second Season

Nov 01, 2016

Ballers Season Two is even more “ballistic” than Season One!

Full Review | Grade: B

Bad Moms

Oct 31, 2016

Kunis, Hahn and Bell are terrific together and Hahn shines as the epitome of a bad mom.

Full Review | Grade: B

Inferno

Oct 27, 2016

Inferno's ending has been altered. While cinematically more exciting, it also holds no mystery. Audiences who don’t know the story might find it wrapped up the movie neatly, but those who do won’t necessarily enjoy it.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mr. Church

Oct 25, 2016

What starts out as a heartwarming, but tragic, story, loses itself half way through and becomes so much less than it potentially could have been.

Full Review | Grade: C

Independence Day: Resurgence

Oct 25, 2016

If you own the first Independence Day, I suggest buying this one so you have both in your collection, but, as a stand-alone, it doesn’t excite as much as the original.

Full Review | Grade: D