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Physical Media: 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD 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.


The Diary of a Teenage Girl Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Diary of a Teenage Girl
Diary of a Teenage Girl is certainly an in your face, realistic view of the world of a teenage girl and Powley plays her beautifully.  Her balancing act between innocence and maturity seems genuine and engages the audience to join her on her journey.
Full Review  | Grade: A

The Martian Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Martian
There is so much The Martian does right it’s no wonder it is a possible Oscar contender.
Full Review  | Grade: A

The Transporter: Refueled Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Transporter: Refueled
Sadly, sitting through Transporter: Refueled to the end was a painful experience. The story is boring, the acting is mediocre for the most part, and the fight scenes are ridiculously unrealistic.
Full Review  | Grade: D


Pan Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Pan
Presented in 1080p high definition video, the picture is very impressive with fantastic colors and extremely clear images.  The 3D version of the film pops off the screen and add great depth to the presentation of the film. 
Full Review  | Grade: C

Back to the Future Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Back to the Future 30th Anniversary Trilogy
The 30th anniversary Blu-ray 4 disc set comes in a great little book-like packaging with pictures and details of each disc.  For the Ultimate Back To The Future fan this is a great holiday gift and one to be treasured.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Man From U.N.C.L.E. Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Man From U.N.C.L.E.
Ritchie makes The Man From U.N.C.L.E. campy and fun, while throwing in big stunts and explosions similar to his other films.  The action and story flow well and the picturesque shots are breathtaking. 
Full Review  | Grade: B

Vacation Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Vacation
Had it been done well, the return visit to the Griswold family and Wally World would have been a nice stroll down memory lane while making the franchise fresh.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Paper Towns Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Paper Towns
Unlike some other coming of age films, Paper Towns is fairly well done with intricacies and nuances not always developed in these types of films. 
Full Review  | Grade: B

Max Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Max
Besides the film’s furry stars, and the message about our veterans (of all kinds), the movie doesn’t offer much in the way of entertainment or believability.
Full Review  | Grade: C

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