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.

Get Hard

Jun 30, 2015

I don’t think Will Ferrell (Elf, Anchorman) is funny. Yes, I said it…he isn’t funny. I know I’m opening myself up for lots of hate mail with that statement but in my defense I give you exhibit A – Get Hard (coming to Blu-ray and DVD June 30, 2015).

Full Review | Grade: D

Inside Out

Jun 16, 2015

The voices in your head are real! They are cute, colorful, and wreak havoc with your emotions. At least that is what Disney and Pixar would like you to believe.

Full Review | Grade: B

McFarland, USA

Jun 10, 2015

If you want to watch fiction based on truth, and have a few hours, I suggest sitting down with some popcorn and giving McFarland a go.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Duff

Jun 09, 2015

While The Duff will never be as iconic as Clueless, Mean Girls, or The Breakfast Club, it is a solid effort into the continuing genre of high school angst films.

Full Review | Grade: B

Spy

Jun 04, 2015

I recommend seeing Spy. It won’t be a waste of your money.

Full Review | Grade: A

Focus

May 28, 2015

I get why they named the movie Focus. As Will Smith's (Men in Black, Ali) character, Nicky, explains the trick to being a good con artist is to shift the victim's focus away fro...

Full Review | Grade: D

Tomorrowland

May 21, 2015

Tomorrowland -- If you are a Disney fan, go see it for the novelty. Just don't expect too much.

Full Review | Grade: C

American Sniper

May 18, 2015

This is a film everyone should see and luckily the writing, directing and acting are excellent which makes seeing it even more worthwhile. As far as war movies go, this one is really top notch.

Full Review | Grade: A

Pitch Perfect 2

May 14, 2015

Fans of the first Pitch Perfect movie won’t be disappointed if they go in to the theater knowing it won’t be as good as the original.

Full Review | Grade: B

White Collar Season Six

May 12, 2015

I had heard a lot of good things about the acclaimed USA Network show White Collar but I had never actually seen it so I wasn't sure what to expect when I dove, head first, in to the fina...

Full Review | Grade: B