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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, FlickDirect film critic

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.


Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising Movie / Film Review
Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising
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 Movie / Film Review
The Nice Guys
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 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Witch
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 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Joy
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 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Independence Day
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 Movie / Film Review
Captain America: Civil War
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 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Revenant
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

Krampus Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Krampus
If you are a fan of the 80’s style of horror movies, then you will find some enjoyment from Krampus.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Huntsman: Winter's War Movie / Film Review
The Huntsman: Winter's War
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 Movie / Film Review
Criminial
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

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