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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.

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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.


Trainwreck Movie / Film Review
Trainwreck
While Trainwreck wasn’t my favorite film, you could find a worse way to spend your time and money. For the majority of moviegoers, it will be a great, funny film that you will probably be talking about with your coworkers.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Minions Movie / Film Review
The Minions
Minions -- If there is one take away from the film, it would have to be this…KING BOB!!!!!
Full Review  | Grade: C

Magic Mike XXL Movie / Film Review
Magic Mike XXL
If you are looking for a fun, non-thinking, girl's night out, kind of movie this holiday weekend, then go buy your ticket to Magic Mike XXL right now.
Full Review  | Grade: C

The Gunman Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Gunman
Heading to Blu-ray and DVD on June 30, 2015, The Gunman reminds us that the sins of our past will always come back to haunt us.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Get Hard Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Get Hard
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 Movie / Film Review
Inside Out
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 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
McFarland, USA
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 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Duff
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 Movie / Film Review
Spy
I recommend seeing Spy. It won’t be a waste of your money.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Focus Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Focus
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

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