Amsterdam
Robbie is incredibly talented and so strikingly beautiful that she dominates every scene she is in, even to the point of eclipsing the equally talented and beautiful, Taylor-Joy,
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.
Hellraiser
The story of Hellraiser is interesting if not completely fully formed, while the production value and effects are stunning even in the most gruesome ways.
Scream 2
As sequels go, Scream 2 is a cut above the rest with fresh faces, a story that keeps the viewer engaged throughout the two-hour run time.
Fright Night
Even with Holland at the helm after having written the script, Fright Night is a cheesy, hokey look into the world of vampires.
Smile
Smile offers every horror fan something, whether it is the supernatural elements, the gore and blood, the jump scares or the psychological thriller aspects.
Hocus Pocus 2
Midler, Parker, and Najimy have a chemistry that helps make their characters feel authentic.
I Know What You Did Last Summer
While not as good as his first film, Williamson still manages to avoid the “sophomore slump” with this second offering and a solid script/story.
Hudson Hawk
Despite having had a decent cast, the script for Hudson Hawk left much of their talents untapped.
In Bruges
In Bruges is one of those “hidden gems” you don’t necessarily hear much about but, once you’ve seen it, you can’t forget it.
