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 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.

Cinderella

Sep 03, 2021

Taking a beloved classic and switching it up is always a risky move and...overall Amazon didn’t get this one quite right.

Full Review | Grade: C

We Need To Do Something

Sep 02, 2021

Depending on your point of view, We Need To Do Something, is either a horrible, incomplete shell or a brilliant, symbolic, intellectual study of the human psyche and family dynamics.

Full Review | Grade: C

Superhost

Aug 31, 2021

The cast is well chosen and play their parts beautifully.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It

Aug 30, 2021

The third installment in The Conjuring series, offers much of the same look and feel as the first two films while not necessarily being quite as scary.

Full Review | Grade: B

Candyman

Aug 26, 2021

As a horror movie, Candyman is ok... As a thriller / drama it is outstanding.

Full Review | Grade: A

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Aug 24, 2021

Much better than I anticipated, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings gives us the flavor of the MCU while changing up the dish some with new and exotic spices.

Full Review | Grade: B