The Night Manager
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.
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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.
11.22.63
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.
Confirmation
With a movie like Confirmation, you need a solid script to hold audience attention and HBO got one with writer Susannah Grant (Erin Brockovich).
Keanu
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.
The Complete Fifth Season
It’s a shame this was the final season of Person of Interest because it becomes more intriguing to me with every passing year.
I Am Wrath
I Am Wrath had some great potential but needed more details and fuller script to allow these talented actors to do what they do best.
Green Room
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the tragic, unexpected passing of Anton Yelchin. If Green Room is any indication of what is to come, he was a huge talent with a bright future ahead of him.
Eddie the Eagle
Despite its flaws, Eddie the Eagle boasts a strong cast, good script and, like Eddie himself, a lot of heart. Watch it at least once. You won't regret it.
Kung Fu Panda 3
The original cast returning helps lend an air of authenticity to the film. The dialog is smooth and the story is fairly cute and interesting enough.
The Adderall Diaries
With terrific source material, the movie (The Adderall Diaries) should have been a deeply moving introspective look at various views of the same memories, but, sadly, falls short.