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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.

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.

Songbird Movie / Film Review

Dec 14, 2020

Mason’s direction offers an intimate view of Nico and Sara while, at the same time, inviting the viewer into a larger space, depicted through overhead shots (sometimes from a drone).

Full Review | Grade: C

Wolfwalkers Movie / Film Review

Wolfwalkers

Dec 11, 2020

Wolfwalkers brings together an old tale, an age-old debate, and a skillset that fewer and fewer people possess.

Full Review | Grade: A

Trading Places Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Paramount Presents: Trading Places

Dec 09, 2020

Since 48 hrs. had yet to be released, Landis and the studio took a big risk casting Murphy, fortunately, the gamble (pun intended) paid off.

Full Review | Grade: A

Collateral Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Dec 07, 2020

While Cruise was obviously the box office draw for Collateral, it was Foxx who was on a career-high in 2004.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Golden Child Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Paramount Presents: The Golden Child

Dec 07, 2020

Murphy, once again, plays “the coolest guy in the room”, an act we have come to almost expect from him.

Full Review | Grade: C

Half Brothers Movie / Film Review

Half Brothers

Dec 04, 2020

Tapping in on of Mexico’s biggest stars, Mendez, was a smart move on Director Luke Greenberg‘s (The Girl Next Door) part.

Full Review | Grade: C

Godmothered Movie / Film Review

Godmothered

Dec 02, 2020

Godmothered is cutesy, cheesy, predictable, and uninspired but it has a few good moments and a pretty good soundtrack.

Full Review | Grade: C

Mank Movie / Film Review

Dec 01, 2020

One of the best things about Mank is the cast, especially Oldman and Seyfried.

Full Review | Grade: B

Beverly Hills Cop Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Beverly Hills Cop

Dec 01, 2020

Murphy is a one-man show backed up by his supporting cast – especially Reinhold and Ashton – who allow Murphy the freedom to do what he does best.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Lord of The Rings: Fellowship of The Ring Physical Media: 4K UHD Review

Lord of the Rings, The: Motion Picture Trilogy

Nov 30, 2020

The acting, directing, score, special effects and screenplay are excellent, and the three films have won seventeen Academy Awards combined.

Full Review | Grade: A

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