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, a Senior Correspondent and Critic at FlickDirect, is a dynamic presence in the entertainment industry with a communications degree from Hofstra University. She brings her film expertise to KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM and broadcast television, and is recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic. Her role as an adept event moderator in various entertainment industry forums underscores her versatility. Her affiliations with SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society highlight her as an influential figure in film criticism and media.

Mortal Engines

Dec 12, 2018

If the steampunk aspect of Mortal Engines is one of the highlights ( and believe me, it is) then the script is one of the lower ones.

Full Review | Grade: C

Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse

Dec 12, 2018

R.I.P Stan Lee and be comforted in the knowledge that your legions of fans and your works of art will endure for a long time to come. I can't think of a better way to honor Mr. Lee as this film embodies everything we could want.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Equalizer 2

Dec 11, 2018

If you are a fan of action films and particularly the first Equalizer - or you just like Denzel Washington – then this purchase was tailor-made for you.

Full Review | Grade: B

It's a Wonderful Life

Dec 06, 2018

If "It's a Wonderful Life" is part of your annual holiday viewing tradition you will definitely want to invest in the Digital HD download as you won’t be disappointed.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mary Queen of Scots

Dec 06, 2018

Yes, being a Queen in the Sixteenth century couldn’t have been easy and Mary, Queen of Scots, give the audience a mere glimpse into their lives.

Full Review | Grade: B

Philadelphia

Dec 05, 2018

Philadelphia brought a dream team of Hanks and Washington together with incredible results. The film also made an impact on the Nation at a time when one was desperately needed. It is a reminder of how far we have come as a society and certainly should be owned in 4K UHD.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mission: Impossible - Fallout

Dec 03, 2018

Mission: Impossible – Fallout has a solid plot surrounded by the amazing stunts discussed earlier. As action films go this is the full package and certainly one of this year’s best. Cruise could retire after this knowing he made an incredible film.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dog Days

Nov 30, 2018

While Dog Days revolves around the dogs and how they bring lives together, they aren’t the main focus. The relationships between the humans are the story here. The point the movie does make though is how these pets enrich our lives.

Full Review | Grade: C

Scrooged 30th Anniversary Edition

Nov 20, 2018

As Christmas time is full of traditions, I say buy Scrooged and make a new tradition of watching it every year with your loved ones around you. It won’t disappoint and will remind you all if what is important in life and not to squander any opportunity to embrace love and family.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ralph Breaks The Internet

Nov 19, 2018

As sequels go this one hits the mark. It is enjoyable and entertaining and offers TONS of Easter eggs for the audience to dissect. The Disney team did a wonderful job visualizing what the internet might look like from the inside.

Full Review | Grade: B