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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.

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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.

The Dark Knight

Jan 08, 2018

The 2160p high definition video quality is much kinder to The Dark Knight than it was to its predecessor, Batman Begins. The special effects are so well done that you can’t see any flaws in the upgrade to 4K.

Full Review | Grade: A

Batman Begins

Jan 03, 2018

With Nolan at the helm and Bale steering the ship this Batman film delves deeper and is more serious than its predecessors but it works so well you can’t help but admire the craftsmanship.

Full Review | Grade: B

American Made

Jan 02, 2018

The subject matter of American Made is interesting and outrageous and the fact that is it based on true events makes it all the more intriguing.

Full Review | Grade: B

Inception

Jan 02, 2018

If you look up the word inception in the dictionary, you will find this meaning - an act, process, or instance of beginning: commencement. However, for director Christopher Nolan it means something slightly different.

Full Review | Grade: B

Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Dec 28, 2017

He Said He Would Be Back...This Time in 4K Ultra HD

Full Review | Grade: A

Stronger

Dec 19, 2017

Stronger isn't a movie about the events of April 2013 and how it affected Boston and the United States. Rather, it is about how one sunny afternoon affected a simple man, his girlfriend, and his family.

Full Review | Grade: A

Victoria & Abdul

Dec 18, 2017

I wonder if there is anything Dench can’t do. Any project she is tied to is going to have a certain level of quality befitting her acting abilities and Victoria and Abdul is no exception.

Full Review | Grade: B

Men in Black Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Men in Black Trilogy

Dec 15, 2017

This 4K UHD release is the best possible versions of The Men in Black Trilogy and for any fan of the series, this is one set you don't want to miss out on!

Full Review | Grade: A