The Sandlot: 25th Anniversary Edition
A heartfelt coming-of-age classic that celebrates friendship, courage, and the magic of baseball.
FlickDirect Movie Reviews
Physical Media: 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD 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.
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Sometimes the technology of 4K can be problematic with special effects especially in older films but that is not the case here. The 2160p resolution of Star Wars: The Last Jedi is fantastic, especially when viewing the final fight scene.
The Handmaid's Tale: Season 1
Very well written, acted and produced, The Handmaid's Tale definitely showcases some of what is great about television these days.
Ferdinand
Ferdinand offers a timeless message of acceptance and inclusion while combining Hispanic culture and a lesson in bullfighting.
The Shape of Water
There are numerous reasons why The Shape of Water won several Oscar awards. It’s an interesting story that is beautifully acted and masterfully directed.
I, Tonya
Well written and terrifically acted, I, Tonya approaches the whole story from several interesting angles.
Lady Bird
Gerwig hits the nail on the head for her first solo directorial project. There are no odd camera angles or superfluous shots. As the writer, her insight into this mother daughter relationship is raw and gritty and makes one wonder how much comes from her own life.
Thor: Ragnarok
The latest Thor movie does its best to reinvent itself from the serious superhero, “save the world” usual fare into more of a humorous, Guardians of the Galaxy kind of way but sadly it just doesn’t mesh well with what we know of the series.
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
Three Billboards wasn’t as gut-wrenching as I originally thought it would be but it was still emotional. Phenomenally acted it reminds us that actions have consequences and not just for ourselves.