Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

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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.

Dumbo

Mar 27, 2019

Burton deserves credit for making this film not nearly as dark as many of his other features and the vibrant colors of the circus are definitely a departure from his usual darker tones.

Full Review | Grade: B

Aquaman

Mar 26, 2019

If you are a Momoa or DC comics fan you will be pleased to know that this Aquaman is a quality version and won’t disappoint even the most skeptical amongst us.

Full Review | Grade: B

Shazam!

Mar 23, 2019

Shazam! Is humorous, heartwarming, and lighthearted...Unless you are coldhearted, you will most likely walk out of the theater with a smile on your face after enjoying a few laughs.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mar 20, 2019

Us is certainly one of the smarter horror/thriller movies that have come about in the past several years (besides Get Out) and Peele knows how to terrify us without gore or crazy jump scares.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mary Poppins Returns

Mar 18, 2019

Mary Poppins Returns can’t compare to the original but it has elaborate musical numbers, a solid story, and a well-rounded cast.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ruben Brandt, Collector

Mar 15, 2019

Even if you don’t know the names of every painting flashing across the screen you are aware that you are witnessing masterpieces from almost the first frame.

Full Review | Grade: B

To Dust

Mar 14, 2019

While the subject matter can be bleak and depressing Snyder veers away from the stereotypical view of mourning and instead offers a different perspective on the whole concept of death.

Full Review | Grade: B

Green Book

Mar 11, 2019

Above all though it is a story about breaking down barriers to build a friendship and Mortensen and Ali did that beautifully.

Full Review | Grade: B

Captain Marvel

Mar 06, 2019

Larson is a great casting choice to play Danvers/Captain Marvel. She has an air of power with a soft femininity underneath and a sarcastic wit that helps lighten the mood of the serious, action film.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ben is Back

Mar 05, 2019

Hedges has been a star since his first role and he has had career making performances in some of the best films of 2017 and 2018 alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest names.

Full Review | Grade: B