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Here at FlickDirect, our goal is to provide up-to-date reviews on theatrical, home entertainment, and television series. Check out the scoop on upcoming films or programming, and even our take on the classsics from our critics and Rotten Tomatoes Approved, Allison Rose.
 
(John Delia) 10/24/2013 8:10 PM EDT No surprises here, Ridley Scott continues his inscrutable melodramas with The Counselor a weak film that's well acted by a stellar cast, but with a theme that's worn-out. While the cinematography gives his film a nice flare, the story and script by Cormac McCarthy who gave us No Country For Old Men and The Road could surly have been more or... Read More |
(John Delia) 10/17/2013 8:38 AM EDT Well the ex-Governor and ex-boxer finally get full feature screen time together in their new film Escape Plan and they haven't broken the formula yet. Playing familiar roles, delivering pedestrian lines and punching their way through this prison story that could easily have been made for cable, the two icons create a lot of their usual fu... Read More |
 
(John Delia) 10/11/2013 11:29 AM EDT Gripping, disturbing and suspenseful the movie Captain Phillips depicts a story from the headlines that have captivated Americans with concern. The well crafted, strongly detailed and stunningly acted true story will have you on the edge of your seat. I found myself mesmerized by the astounding facts behind the takeover of a huge contai... Read More |
 
(Paul Kates) 10/8/2013 11:02 AM EDT If ever there was a film aptly named it has to be Filth, director Jon S. Baird's adaptation of the novel by Irving Welsh.The film starts with Bruce Robinson (James McAvoy, Trance, X-Men: First Class), a Scottish cop who is keen to climb up the ladder of success and gain promotion; in doing so, he believes he will win back his wife's affections afte... Read More |
 
(John Delia) 10/4/2013 9:05 AM EDT There are a lot of things you may not know about online gambling, but if you're interested Runner Runner tells all. The movie features two of Hollywood's prominent stars Justin Timberlake and Ben Affleck who face off against each other in a world that pays off big if you are on the right side of the craps table. The film with a twist yo... Read More |
(John Delia) 10/3/2013 9:13 AM EDT Breathtaking, mesmerizing and thrilling the movie Gravity explodes on the screen generating a feast of cinematic brilliance. In 3D IMAX the film will have you floating in space then spinning out of control while you are gasping for air as you try clinging to anything solid, followed by the taste fear of being alone. Fine direction, believable... Read More |
(John Delia) 9/27/2013 11:17 AM EDT Auto Racing takes center stage with a duel of wits, willpower and pride in the film Rush. The film takes its audience up close while two men vie for the top prize and fame in a sport that captivates with its test of endurance and agility. The direction by Ron Howard of this documentary feel true story makes the theme work in spite of it... Read More |
(John Delia) 9/26/2013 4:20 PM EDT One of the most amazing films on music Metallica Through the Never comes to the IMAX screen and it's a musical experience to remember. Not just for metalheads, this show bangs out messages while Metallica plays the groups most memorable titles. I'm not a heavy metal follower, but in IMAX and 3D the experience blows your mind whi... Read More |
(John Delia) 9/19/2013 2:17 PM EDT Shocking, relentless and suspenseful Prisoners opens in theaters this weekend with a story of abduction that's gut wrenching to the core. Much like the urgency and feel of Ransom, this film takes you deep into the helplessness of a child kidnapping. Probably a contender for an Oscar nomination for best picture, the action thriller has a good ... Read More |
(John Delia) 9/12/2013 3:10 PM EDT A fine cast, a notable director and some very nice camerawork create Luc Besson's newest film The Family. Delivering a lot of family angst mixed with a good measure of chaos the movie works its way into the kind of comedy that often takes a chunk out of the box-office. Starring Robert De Niro, Michelle Pfeiffer and Tommy Lee Jones The F... Read More |
