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Physical Media: 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD 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 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.

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Celebrating 30 Years of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas':...

Aug 29, 2023

In 1993, The Nightmare Before Christmas premiered to moderate success but has since gone on to become a huge money making franchise for Disney.

Full Review | Grade: A

Weird Science

Aug 22, 2023

If you were captivated by the originality and humor of Weird Science in theaters, you'll delight in revisiting this John Hughes classic that transcends generations.

Full Review | Grade: B

Enter The Dragon

Aug 08, 2023

Enter the Dragon set the standard for Martial Arts movies that has been imitated time and time again.

Full Review | Grade: A

Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3

Aug 04, 2023

The Guardians' cast has teamed up for four different movies, so it's no surprise their chemistry on screen is undeniable.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cinderella

Aug 01, 2023

Because Cinderella was painstakingly hand drawn and filmed (almost 75 years ago), any version will have some level of graininess to it but the 4K transfer is the best this film has ever looked.

Full Review | Grade: A

Scream VI

Jul 28, 2023

The leads, Barrera and Ortega, are both talented young women who step into this icon franchise seamlessly.

Full Review | Grade: B

Needful Things

Jul 25, 2023

As the film opens the picture quality is, in a word, awful. However, one minute in, everything changes and the 4K native (2160p) resolution kicks in putting everything in sharp focus with incredible detail.

Full Review | Grade: C

Sisu

Jul 17, 2023

Sisu is not for the faint of heart, but if you can stomach it, it's a well-made film worthy of your time.

Full Review | Grade: A

Book Club: The Next Chapter

Jul 11, 2023

While the sequel isn't as good as the first film, it still has some funny moments and some sweet, sentimental scenes that will bring a smile to almost anyone's face.

Full Review | Grade: C