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.

The Woman King

Sep 12, 2022

Prince-Bythewood offers audiences some interesting visuals and manages to make the fight scenes bloody and savage while not overselling the violence.

Full Review | Grade: A

Clerks III

Sep 12, 2022

Clerks III brings Smith’s trilogy full circle, even though he has written, produced, and directed other movies in between.

Full Review | Grade: B

Pinocchio

Sep 08, 2022

Several scenes stand out including when Pinocchio and Geppetto are trapped inside the whale, and when Pinocchio is in Pleasure Island.

Full Review | Grade: B

Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul.

Sep 01, 2022

Hall and Brown are the shining lights in this pseudo comedy.

Full Review | Grade: C

Follow Her

Aug 28, 2022

FOLLOW HER is a slow burn, a psychological exploration of the dangers of the internet.

Full Review | Grade: B

Samaritan

Aug 25, 2022

Let’s face it, the world doesn’t need another superhero movie and it definitely doesn’t need this one.

Full Review | Grade: D

Vivo

Aug 25, 2022

With a good script, a strong cast and terrific music, Vivo hits all the right notes.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dirty Dancing Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Dirty Dancing 35th Anniversary Edition

Aug 24, 2022

Although made on a shoestring budget, Dirty Dancing managed to employ a group of talented actors and dancers elevating it a level above a simple coming of age romance story.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Black Phone

Aug 22, 2022

In theory, the concept of The Black Phone is unique and interesting.

Full Review | Grade: C

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law

Aug 18, 2022

I’m not sure this series would have worked with a different actress in the lead role, as Maslany offers just the right combination of smarts and sassiness to make Jennifer Walters/She-Hulk fierce yet likable.

Full Review | Grade: A