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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.


Room Movie / Film Review
Room
Room is a brilliant and poignant piece of film making, the movie is thought provoking and relevant.  Practically borrowing from recent years headlines, the story reminds us to keep our kids close and treasure every moment we have with them.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Paper Towns Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Paper Towns
Unlike some other coming of age films, Paper Towns is fairly well done with intricacies and nuances not always developed in these types of films. 
Full Review  | Grade: B

Max Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Max
Besides the film’s furry stars, and the message about our veterans (of all kinds), the movie doesn’t offer much in the way of entertainment or believability.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Edward Scissorhands Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Edward Scissorhands
It's difficult to believe this film premiered 25 years ago, but this anniversary edition allows older audiences to introduce a new generation to the gentle, childlike Scissorhands while teaching a lesson on accepting those who are different.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Last Witch Hunter Movie / Film Review
The Last Witch Hunter
While The Last Witch Hunter started off intriguing, it ended on a whimper that left me feeling unsatisfied and disappointed. Not the worst film ever, but certainly not even close to the best.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Jem and the Holograms Movie / Film Review
Jem and the Holograms
I can't, in good conscience, recommend this movie to anyone other than soccer moms who are looking to have a mommy/daughter “date” with their little girl before she hits teenagedom
Full Review  | Grade: D

Back In Time Movie / Film Review
Back In Time
Everything old is new again, so it seems.  Clinton and Bush are running for President, everyone is waiting for the release of Star Wars, and Arnold Schwarzenegger is starring in Terminator.  People are going crazy for nostalgia and the buzz this month is all about Back To The Future.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Home Alone Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Home Alone Ultimate Collector's Edition
For anyone who enjoyed the series and wants a little bit of holiday nostalgia, this paint can is a terrific way to relive it all.  For the formidable collector, it would be a welcome addition and a perfect holiday gift. 
Full Review  | Grade: B

Goosebumps Movie / Film Review
Goosebumps
While it’s interesting to see how the writers incorporated so many of Stein’s characters into one film, the overall plot of the movie leaves something to be desired. The story is simple and void of much detail, but since the target audience is under the age of 16, simple is probably better in this case.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Bridge of Spies Movie / Film Review
Bridge of Spies
For children of the 50’s, Bridge of Spies will be a nostalgic look back at a time when the world was a very different place.  For those of us from younger generations, it will be an interesting view of world events from when communism overran half of Germany.
Full Review  | Grade: A

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