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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.

Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates

Jul 07, 2016

It isn’t surprising that Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates is written by Andrew Jay Cohen and Brendan O’Brien as it encompasses the same humor that they have given us in the past with Neighbors.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Secret Life of Pets

Jul 07, 2016

In a summer of sequels and lack luster movies, The Secret Life of Pets is a stand out in the crowd and once again reminds us why Illumination Entertainment is a force to be reckoned with in the world of animation.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Legend of Tarzan

Jun 30, 2016

The cinematography (in The Legend of Tarzan) is spectacular and makes you want to hop on a plane and fly to Africa.

Full Review | Grade: B

The BFG

Jun 30, 2016

The fantasy world of the “dream tree” is magical though and gives The BFG a sense of whimsy and playfulness it desperately needs. Unfortunately, those moments are too few to make a significant difference to the overall story.

Full Review | Grade: C

Finding Dory

Jun 16, 2016

Finding Dory is obviously one of this summer’s animated blockbusters and Disney/Pixar are counting on our love of the original film to draw audiences to the movie. Luckily, the film has the quality to make people want to see it.

Full Review | Grade: B

Now You See Me 2

Jun 09, 2016

From a purely entertainment stand point, Now You See Me 2 is an interesting two hours and for budding magicians it’s probably a must see. However, as with many sequels, it doesn’t equal the original.

Full Review | Grade: B

Me Before You

Jun 02, 2016

There is a reason Warner Bros. distributed tissues during the preview screening, so if you are in need of a good cry, I highly recommend Me Before You.

Full Review | Grade: B

Alice Through the Looking Glass

May 26, 2016

The biggest problem with Alice Through the Looking Glass is it tries too hard and falls short.

Full Review | Grade: D

Weiner

May 25, 2016

Weiner is not a likable guy and the camera is not kind to him.

Full Review | Grade: A

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising

May 19, 2016

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising has so many holes in it you could drive a Mack Truck though them but it’s meant to be a brainless comedy and it certainly achieves that goal.

Full Review | Grade: C