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.

The Bad Guys

Apr 21, 2022

Based on the book series of the same name, The Bad Guys has a great deal to offer but also often falls back on predictable tropes.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Northman

Apr 20, 2022

Eggers has solidified his legacy as a wonderful director and there are no doubts, he will be making movies, possibly even Oscar worthy ones, for many years to come.

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

Father Stu

Apr 13, 2022

Making her directorial debut, writer Rosalind Ross (Barbarian) made some interesting choices as to what moments in Stu’s life she chose to focus on the most.

Full Review | Grade: C

Ambulance

Apr 08, 2022

Bay uses the latest technology to push the envelope in Ambulance.

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: B

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

Apr 05, 2022

Law reprises his role as the adult wizard long before he became the head of Hogwarts, and he does a masterful job of portraying the serious individual who occasionally throws some levity into the mix.

Full Review | Grade: B