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Movie / Film Reviews by Allison Rose

Browse reviews written by Allison Rose, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.

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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.

Crazy Rich Asians

Aug 14, 2018

Crazy Rich Asians — Hilarious, Heartwarming, and Historic!

Full Review | Grade: A

The Meg

Aug 08, 2018

The Meg Is a fun, end of summer ride.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ant-man and The Wasp

Jun 29, 2018

If one is looking for a fun night out at the movies and wanting a good superhero movie Ant-Man and the Wasp is worth the price of admission.

Full Review | Grade: A

American Animals

Jun 21, 2018

American Animals is entertaining while answering the question most people have thought about at one time or another…If I tried to commit a crime, could I get away with it?

Full Review | Grade: B

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Jun 20, 2018

Pratt and Howard were terrific choices for the original reboot and they once again prove why they deserve to be in this blockbuster.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ocean's 8

Jun 06, 2018

While the mostly female cast might make it seem like a girls night out movie, this is a film both men and women alike can enjoy.

Full Review | Grade: B

Adrift

May 31, 2018

Compelling and life-affirming, Adrift is a real-life survival story...Emotional and draining it will make you wonder what you have been doing with your life.

Full Review | Grade: B

Solo: A Star Wars Story

May 15, 2018

As a standalone film, Solo: A Star Wars Story has a good plot, interesting characters, and well-done action scenes. As part of the classic franchise, it comes across a little disjointed and disconnected.

Full Review | Grade: B

Measure of a Man

May 10, 2018

While occasionally difficult to watch the movie overall entertaining and reminds the audience to never settle and always be their best selves.

Full Review | Grade: B

RBG

May 10, 2018

If you know little about this short in stature judicial powerhouse I suggest you spend the almost hour and forty minutes of the documentary learning who she is personally and professionally.

Full Review | Grade: A