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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.

Kinky Boots

May 31, 2022

While Edgerton and Potts both do a solid job and have terrific chemistry, Kinky Boots is a vehicle for Ejiofor to showcase his talent.

Full Review | Grade: B

Licorice Pizza

May 18, 2022

The best part of Licorice Pizza is the cast. Both leads are making their feature film debuts but you would never know it from their performances.

Full Review | Grade: B

Blacklight

May 10, 2022

The best way to sum up this movie is that I still have no idea why the title is Blacklight.

Full Review | Grade: C

Uncharted

May 10, 2022

Uncharted borrows heavily from the different versions of the video game...which is to be expected.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cyrano

May 02, 2022

With a well written screenplay and some beautifully shot scenes, Cyrano is a wonderful adaptation of the classic tale.

Full Review | Grade: B

The King's Daughter

Apr 19, 2022

For a sci-fi, fantasy movie, The King’s Daughter has some good moments but not enough to make it an excellent film.

Full Review | Grade: C

Heavy Metal Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Heavy Metal / Heavy Metal 2000 2-Movie Collection (Steelbook)

Apr 18, 2022

Heavy Metal didn’t win any awards and the movie certainly isn’t for everyone (neither is Heavy Metal 2000) but it has a certain charm that allows it to have a cult-like following.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ordinary People Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Paramount Presents: Ordinary People

Apr 06, 2022

Having been nominated for six Oscars and winning four of them, there is no arguing that Ordinary People is a fantastic film, and the cast is phenomenal.

Full Review | Grade: A