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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.

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping

Sep 12, 2016

Sandberg is perfect as Conner, the spoiled man-child who is too big for his britches and needs to be taken down a notch.

Full Review | Grade: B

The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story

Sep 09, 2016

With a solid cast, strong writing and direction and excellent production value this is ten hours worthy of your time.

Full Review | Grade: A

All the Way

Sep 07, 2016

With a unique subject matter and a bit of creative license, Director Jay Roach (Trumbo) brings us a captivating story that both enrages us and draws us in simultaneously.

Full Review | Grade: B

Urge

Sep 06, 2016

In his directorial debut, Aaron Kaufman makes a few mistakes, but, overall, offers a decent view of this indulgent lifestyle.

Full Review | Grade: D

The Night Manager

Aug 30, 2016

From the first few minutes, Director Susanne Bier and Writers Le Carre and David Farr draw the audience in and keeps us captivated with an enthralling tale.

Full Review | Grade: A

11.22.63

Aug 16, 2016

The premise of 11.22.63 is great and interesting, and while the material is too long for a feature film, it is too short for an 8-hour mini-series.

Full Review | Grade: B

Confirmation

Aug 02, 2016

With a movie like Confirmation, you need a solid script to hold audience attention and HBO got one with writer Susannah Grant (Erin Brockovich).

Full Review | Grade: B

Keanu

Aug 01, 2016

As a recent comedy goes, Keanu is above average and works on many levels. The story was cute and the cat(s) even cuter – not to mention pretty good at acting.

Full Review | Grade: B