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.

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.

Entourage

Sep 28, 2015

Other than a thin storyline, the film really is about four friends navigating Hollywood and all it’s "trappings".

Full Review | Grade: B

Sleepy Hollow Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Sleepy Hollow: The Complete Second Season

Sep 24, 2015

I can’t help but wonder if season three will be Sleepy Hollow’s last. If they don’t change their strategy from season two, I think many, like myself, will get bored with the “demon of the week” theme and tune out.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Intern

Sep 24, 2015

The Intern certainly isn’t going to win any major awards, but it is a light hearted, fun look at retirement and the generation gap.

Full Review | Grade: B

Blindspot

Sep 21, 2015

While the concept of Blindspot is somewhat familiar, the addition of the mysterious tattoos makes it a little unique. I was intrigued enough to be entertained for the hour and am curious enough to want to see what happens in episode two.

Full Review | Grade: B

Black Mass

Sep 17, 2015

Black Mass isn’t a docudrama, nor is it a “gangster” film; and, as a straightforward drama it just isn’t all that strong.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Big Bang Theory Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Big Bang Theory: The Complete Eighth Season

Sep 14, 2015

The Big Bang Theory has a lot of life left in it and it will be interesting to see how they manage to continue the momentum.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Visit

Sep 10, 2015

For those looking for a jump out of your seat, wet your pants, scary, gory slasher film, The Visit isn’t it. It is more psychological in nature and what I would classify as a thinking man’s horror thriller.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Vampire Diaries Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Vampire Diaries Season 6

Sep 03, 2015

The Vampire Diaries Season 6 maybe the saddest and bloodiest one so far. From other worldly prisons, to a new witch/vampire hybrid, the supernatural dimension went into overdrive this year.

Full Review | Grade: C

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