Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

Here at FlickDirect, our goal is to provide up-to-date reviews on theatrical, home entertainment, and television series. Check out the reviews of upcoming films or programming, and even our take on the classsics.

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.

Raya and the Last Dragon

Mar 01, 2021

Raya and the Last Dragon offers a terrific cast, a few laughs, beautiful visuals and audio, some action scenes, and a subconscious message of trust and inclusivity that will be enjoyed by audiences of any age.

Full Review | Grade: A

Tom & Jerry

Feb 26, 2021

As a family-friendly movie, it gets high marks for making the plot fun for younger audiences while throwing in some private jokes for their parents.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cherry

Feb 25, 2021

Holland sheds his boyish Peter Parker charm for Cherry and it pays off…

Full Review | Grade: A

Do The Right Thing

Feb 22, 2021

Spike Lee, as a writer and director, speaks to and for a segment of the population.

Full Review | Grade: A

Flora & Ulysses

Feb 17, 2021

Once your children watch Flora & Ulysses, they will be begging you for a poetry writing, superhero squirrel!

Full Review | Grade: B

Harley Quinn Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Harley Quinn: The Complete First and Second Seasons

Feb 16, 2021

Multiple components go into making Harley Quinn the successful show it is from the scripts to the voice talent to the animation.

Full Review | Grade: A

Lovecraft Country Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Lovecraft Country: The Complete First Season

Feb 15, 2021

The two leads have great chemistry which serves them well as they navigate the plot.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Mauritanian

Feb 12, 2021

The star of this movie and the one who is a stand-out amongst these fine actors is Rahim.

Full Review | Grade: B

Land

Feb 11, 2021

Through Wright's performance we experience Edee’s suffering, grief and hopelessness, while not knowing the full story of what brought her to the decision to live as a hermit in the mountains.

Full Review | Grade: B

Judas and the Black Messiah

Feb 10, 2021

Relative newcomer director Shaka King (Newlyweeds) taps some of today's hot, young talent for this film which helps take the screenplay from very good to great.

Full Review | Grade: A