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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.

Kong: Skull Island

Mar 08, 2017

I suspect we will have two factions – the 2005 version of King Kong fans and the Skull Island King Kong version fans. Regardless, the movie is entertaining and has a lot going for it.

Full Review | Grade: B

Get Out

Feb 23, 2017

Peele has a solid script and a knack for storytelling in an appealing way which makes Get Out is more enjoyable than many of the other suspense/thriller/horror movies being made today.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Great Wall

Feb 16, 2017

The Great Wall had all the elements to be a terrific film - good cast, great pictures, and a hefty budget. Sadly… it isn’t so great.

Full Review | Grade: C

Fifty Shades Darker

Feb 09, 2017

Fifty Shades Darker drags quite a bit and the sex can be uncomfortable to watch at times.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Salesman

Feb 07, 2017

There is a reason Farhadi is an award-winning filmmaker and The Salesman is a shining example of his excellent work.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Space Between Us

Feb 03, 2017

If you are a hormonal, romantic, teenage girl with a crush on Butterfield, you will want to buy a ticket to this film.

Full Review | Grade: C

Split

Jan 18, 2017

McAvoy is masterful in his role as he takes on nine different characters all rolled into one heaping mess of a human being.

Full Review | Grade: B

Underworld: Blood Wars

Jan 06, 2017

Foester brings a different feel to the film than we have seen in its predecessors.

Full Review | Grade: D

Hidden Figures

Jan 04, 2017

Hidden Figures flows nicely and tells a heartwarming story about perseverance and triumph in the face of adversity.

Full Review | Grade: B

Why Him?

Dec 22, 2016

There is nothing new or earth shattering about Why Him? The story has been told a thousand times before and I’m sure this isn’t the last time we will see it.

Full Review | Grade: C