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, FlickDirect film critic

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.


1776
Da Silva is a standout amongst a talented cast which may be because he has some of the best lines of the whole film and he delivers them with incredible, comedic timing.
Full Review  | Grade: B


Kinky Boots
While Edgerton and Potts both do a solid job and have terrific chemistry, Kinky Boots is a vehicle for Ejiofor to showcase his talent.
Full Review  | Grade: B




Licorice Pizza
The best part of Licorice Pizza is the cast. Both leads are making their feature film debuts but you would never know it from their performances.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Firestarter
While Efron and Lemmon are decent in their roles, the highlight, as it should be, is Armstrong.
Full Review  | Grade: D

Top Gun: Maverick
Much like Ethan Hunt in the Mission: Impossible movies, Cruise embodies the character of Maverick with all his bravado, insecurities and skeletons.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Blacklight
The best way to sum up this movie is that I still have no idea why the title is Blacklight.
Full Review  | Grade: C

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