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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.

The Golden Child Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Paramount Presents: The Golden Child

Dec 07, 2020

Murphy, once again, plays “the coolest guy in the room”, an act we have come to almost expect from him.

Full Review | Grade: C

Beverly Hills Cop

Dec 01, 2020

Murphy is a one-man show backed up by his supporting cast – especially Reinhold and Ashton – who allow Murphy the freedom to do what he does best.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Lord of The Rings: Fellowship of The Ring Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Lord of the Rings, The: Motion Picture Trilogy

Nov 30, 2020

The acting, directing, score, special effects and screenplay are excellent, and the three films have won seventeen Academy Awards combined.

Full Review | Grade: A

Coming To America Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Coming to America Steelbook

Nov 30, 2020

Coming to America showcased Murphy at the height of his fame and success and it was the perfect vehicle for both him and Hall.

Full Review | Grade: A

Resident Evil Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Resident Evil The Complete Series

Nov 24, 2020

Jovovich is strong as the intense and serious Alice and she is matched by some of the other recurring actors throughout the series.

Full Review | Grade: C

The New Mutants

Nov 17, 2020

While the cast is made up of mostly younger actors, they are a rather accomplished group, and their expertise helps them to fully flesh out their characters.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mallrats: 2-Disc 25th Anniversary Special Edition

Nov 16, 2020

London and Lee expertly lead this cast of “misfit toys” in an appropriate follow up to Smith’s debut, Clerks.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Last Dance

Nov 12, 2020

While it helps to be a fan of basketball and to have been alive during the era of the Chicago Bulls championship seasons, it isn’t completely necessary to enjoy The Last Dance.

Full Review | Grade: A