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FlickDirect Movie Reviews
Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews by Allison Rose
Browse reviews written by Allison Rose, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.
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.
Wuthering Heights
Visually striking and passionately performed, but its modern excess dilutes Brontë's tragic romance.
Dracula
A dark and visually striking take on Dracula that leans into horror while honoring the myth.
Keeper
Osgood Perkins' Keeper delivers striking visuals and a strong lead performance, but an underdeveloped story and weak character work derail the film.
Disneyland Handcrafted
An intimate and lovingly assembled documentary that brings Walt Disney's original dream to life.
Shelter
A familiar but effective action thriller, Shelter lets Jason Statham lean into grit, restraint, and tightly choreographed combat.
Dante's Peak
An uneven but watchable disaster film that leans more on spectacle than strong storytelling.
One Battle After Another
A gripping, character-driven epic that proves Paul Thomas Anderson remains one of cinema's most uncompromising storytellers.
Neil Diamond's Music Brings Heart and Humanity Song Sung Blue
Powered by Neil Diamond's timeless music and strong performances from Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue delivers a heartfelt, crowd-pleasing story inspired by true events.