Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

Here at FlickDirect, our goal is to provide up-to-date reviews on theatrical, home entertainment, and television series. Check out the reviews of upcoming films or programming, and even our take on the classsics.

Allison Rose, a Senior Correspondent and Critic at FlickDirect, is a dynamic presence in the entertainment industry with a communications degree from Hofstra University. She brings her film expertise to KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM and broadcast television, and is recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic. Her role as an adept event moderator in various entertainment industry forums underscores her versatility. Her affiliations with SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society highlight her as an influential figure in film criticism and media.

Turning Red

Mar 08, 2022

Chiang gives Mei a cheery attitude that jumps out of the speakers and draws the viewer in.

Full Review | Grade: B

Matrix Resurrections

Mar 07, 2022

Reuniting members of the original cast … proved to create a good balance with a talented group of thespians.

Full Review | Grade: C

Take Back The Night

Mar 03, 2022

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

Feb 28, 2022

Direction and Pattinson’s interpretation make this Batman movie one that will appeal to the masses.

Full Review | Grade: B

Studio 666

Feb 25, 2022

Director BJ McDonnell manages to balance the ridiculous plot with some good visuals.

Full Review | Grade: B

Escape From L.A.

Feb 25, 2022

If you have never seen this sequel, I suggest you don’t compare it to Escape from New York, because they are as different as the two movies could be.

Full Review | Grade: C

Catwoman: Hunted

Feb 23, 2022

What Catwoman: Hunted lacks in plot, it makes up for with chase/fight scenes.

Full Review | Grade: C

The King's Man

Feb 23, 2022

As a stand-alone film, The King’s Man is decent but doesn’t stray far from other war/spy films. However, as part of the Kingsman franchise...

Full Review | Grade: C

American Underdog

Feb 22, 2022

Casting this film is one of the keys to its success. Levy not only has a similar physical appearance to Warner, but he comes across onscreen as a genuinely nice guy.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dog

Feb 18, 2022

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