Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

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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.

Mad Max: Fury Road

Aug 31, 2015

While I can’t say I was as enthralled with Mad Max: Fury Road as most people, I did enjoy finding out what all the excitement was about. I found myself in awe over some of the stunts and impressed with much of the acting.

Full Review | Grade: B

We Are Your Friends

Aug 26, 2015

Entertaining as it is, and with some good acting thrown in, I think We Are Your Friends misses the mark in some aspects and won’t be a blockbuster in theaters.

Full Review | Grade: C

American Ultra

Aug 20, 2015

American Ultra couldn’t decide if it was a serious spy movie or a parody of a spy movie, which confused the audience and left each individual trying to figure out what the purpose of the movie was.

Full Review | Grade: C

Mike & Molly: Season 5

Aug 18, 2015

Under all the humor (or lack there of), the show has some heart and a good “soul” which makes for a feel good half hour each week. Unfortunately, it isn’t enough. I wouldn’t be surprised if the show only has one or two seasons left.

Full Review | Grade: C

2 Broke Girls Physical Media: DVD Review

2 Broke Girls: The Complete Fourth Season

Aug 14, 2015

2 Broke Girls was originally panned by critics in season one, the show has managed to survive, won two People’s Choice Awards, and garnered a following that has warranted a fifth season starting this Fall on CBS.

Full Review | Grade: C

Straight Outta Compton

Aug 13, 2015

The two hour and thirty minute running time is long and there were definitely scenes that could have been made shorter or cut out all together. However, Straight Outta Compton definitely is worth seeing, even if you can’t relate to rap music.

Full Review | Grade: A

Far From the Madding Crowd

Aug 11, 2015

While the story itself isn’t all that exciting, this version is well acted and directed and overall has an excellent quality that makes it worth seeing.

Full Review | Grade: A

Hot Pursuit

Aug 11, 2015

Sadly, Hot Pursuit completely missed the mark by not utilizing these two talented ladies. I‘m not sure what they saw in this film when they read the script, but, it isn’t funny, interesting or original.

Full Review | Grade: D

Insurgent

Aug 04, 2015

The four hours worth of extras are the real addition that makes owning this movie even slightly worthwhile. If you are a fan who wants to have the complete set...go out and buy it, but otherwise, it is one that doesn’t really need to.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Casual Vacancy

Aug 03, 2015

Never judge a book by its cover. That is one of the lessons of The Casual Vacancy, the J.K Rowling book adaptation that was a three hour miniseries on BBC and HBO.

Full Review | Grade: C