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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.

Devotion

Mar 01, 2023

Majors' rising star shines bright in Devotion as he brings a real-life hero to life on screen.

Full Review | Grade: B

Training Day

Feb 28, 2023

With 100 years of movies tucked away in their vault, it is a testament to Training Day that it was included in this special celebration.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Boxtrolls

Feb 28, 2023

This Laika Studios/Shout! Factory collaboration delivers a well-crafted product that exceeds expectations.

Full Review | Grade: B

Strange World

Feb 15, 2023

While not a complete failure, Strange World lacks the signature Disney magic that makes their movies stand out.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Fabelmans

Feb 14, 2023

After watching The Fabelmans, one has to wonder what Spielberg’s future would have been like had he grown up with different parents.

Full Review | Grade: A

She Said

Jan 10, 2023

The leads, Mulligan and Kazan, are terrific and help to move the plot along nicely as they scramble to build an article.

Full Review | Grade: A

Prey For The Devil

Jan 03, 2023

Offering a little twist on the typical exorcist movie, Prey for the Devil combines jump scares with hypotheses on possession and exorcism...

Full Review | Grade: C

Black Adam

Jan 02, 2023

It is obvious why Johnson was cast in the title role. He is a HUGE box office draw, can portray an extremely menacing character, and would be believable as an ancient superhero.

Full Review | Grade: B

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

Dec 19, 2022

Bardem offers audiences an opportunity to see a whole other side of himself. As a dramatic actor he can move an audience but as a singing and dancing comedic actor he surprises viewers with how good he can be.

Full Review | Grade: B