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TV/Streaming Series 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.

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Mar 18, 2021

The excellent production values and interesting writing/directing is what make The Falcon and The Winter Soldier worth watching.

Full Review | Grade: B

For Heaven's Sake

Mar 04, 2021

What starts out as a mocumentary morphs into an honest and true documentary investigating a cold case file from Haliburton, Ontario.

Full Review | Grade: B

Resident Alien Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Review

Season One, Episode One

Jan 27, 2021

Tudyk is a seasoned actor who has chameleon-like skills allowing him to morph into numerous characters and these skills are readily apparent in Resident Alien.

Full Review | Grade: B

WandaVision

Jan 14, 2021

As expected, the production values are excellent, and the writing is solid, even cheeky at moments, and witty.

Full Review | Grade: B

Season Two Preview (ep. 1-3)

Aug 24, 2020

The show keeps the same sarcastic tone and funny. politically incorrect moments we have come to expect.

Full Review | Grade: A

High Score

Aug 12, 2020

Netflix offers a rather interesting and fairly comprehensive look at the world of video games with its global socialization, culture, competitiveness...and profitability.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cursed

Jul 17, 2020

Langford is an excellent choice for Nimue. She is strong and resilient yet somewhat trusting and naïve.

Full Review | Grade: B

Space Force

May 26, 2020

The real star of Space Force is Malkovich. He is brilliant as the sarcastic, intelligent, and witty voice of science and reason in an otherwise bizarre plot.

Full Review | Grade: B