FlickDirect Movie Reviews

Movie / Film Reviews by Allison Rose

Browse reviews written by Allison Rose, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.


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.



The Lost City
If you know in advance what you are getting yourself into and you don’t expect too much, The Lost City is a fun way to spend a few hours.
Full Review  | Grade: C

X
West sets out to make a bloody, heart pounding horror movie with X, and, for the most part, succeeds beautifully.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Deep Water
Watching Deep Water is equivalent to driving past a bad car accident. You don't want to look but you simply can’t turn away.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Adam Project
On the surface, The Adam Project is simply a sci-fi thriller with a strong cast, but underneath the top layer, there are other messages about grief, deception, and bullying.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Turning Red
Chiang gives Mei a cheery attitude that jumps out of the speakers and draws the viewer in.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Take Back The Night
Take Back the Night looks at the concept of victim shaming and does so in a brutal and "in your face" kind of way without explanation or apology.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Batman
Direction and Pattinson’s interpretation make this Batman movie one that will appeal to the masses.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Studio 666
Director BJ McDonnell manages to balance the ridiculous plot with some good visuals.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Dog
Dog is very much a Tatum production with the story having been written by his friend Brett Rodriguez, screenplay by his other friend, Reid Carolin (Magic Mike) and co-directed by Carolin and Tatum.
Full Review  | Grade: B

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