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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.

All Reviews Theatrical 4K / Blu-ray TV / Streaming

Allison Rose, FlickDirect film critic

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.


Dredd Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Dredd
The 2160p high definition video quality of the 4K UHD is outstanding in this case. The bold hues of the colors, especially the blood splatter, are excellent and the black tones are deep and true.
Full Review  | Grade: B

The Blackcoat's Daughter Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Blackcoat's Daughter
The mostly young cast does a superb job of creating Perkin’s vision. While his dialogue is simplistic, the silences say just as much, if not more. Roberts’ subtle depiction of a mental patient is a sharp contrast to Shipka’s more overtly possessed performance.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Fist Fight Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Fist Fight
While not a unique concept, the movie has some great lines and laugh out loud moments. I promise you, it picks up 30 minutes before the end of the movie and slides into home plate for a home run of an ending.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Logan Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Logan
It is a shame that we finally get to see “The Wolverine” as he was intended to be, but struggling with his powers since his time has finally come...it would have been nice to see one more film with Hugh Jackman in his full glory as Wolverine (and an R rating) before getting to this story.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Unforgiven Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Unforgiven
Unforgiven brought Eastwood to a whole new level of filmmaking and changed the concept of the old westerns.  Munny is a flawed yet human character anyone can relate to and Hackman’s performance is nuanced.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Physical Media: 4K UHD Review
Resident Evil: The Final Chapter
Mila Jovovich is impressive and her battle skills are on point and apparently, she did her own stunts, which is amazing.  She commands attention in this film and not just because she is the lead.  She has a presence as Alice that is undeniable.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Orange Is The New Black Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Complete Fourth Season
These actors take the words they are given and breathe a life into them that can send chills down your spine.  Their inflections and delivery are well thought out and deliberate and each member of the cast adds a nuanced layer to the whole show.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Divorce Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Complete First Season
One of the best parts of this show is the cast.  Parker is spot on as the mother of two, working woman who is unhappy enough to seek lust from some other means outside her marriage.
Full Review  | Grade: C

Gold Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Gold
While not his best performance, McConaughey is still interesting, as he adds dimensions and layers to an overall boring guy who just happens to have a dream and it is this dream that keeps us interested in the film (Gold).
Full Review  | Grade: C

A Dog's Purpose Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
A Dog's Purpose
It’s a shame A Dog's Purpose had such an unfortunate incident occur before it opened, as the heart and sentiment behind the movie is pro pet, and I think a lot of pet lovers would have enjoyed it.
Full Review  | Grade: C

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