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.

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.

Project Power

Aug 13, 2020

Netflix is known for quality productions and Project Power is no exception. The high definition video quality is impressive.

Full Review | Grade: B

High Score

Aug 12, 2020

Netflix offers a rather interesting and fairly comprehensive look at the world of video games with its global socialization, culture, competitiveness...and profitability.

Full Review | Grade: B

Thir13en Ghosts Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Thirteen Ghosts (Collector's Edition)

Jul 28, 2020

Shalhoub is well suited to portray Arthur, a lost widower trying to deal with his pain while taking care of his children.

Full Review | Grade: B

Airplane!

Jul 27, 2020

Hays and Hagerty had great chemistry that made their story believable.

Full Review | Grade: A

Clueless

Jul 20, 2020

There are a number of reasons Clueless has become a “cult classic” and still has a large following, one of which is the terrific cast.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cursed

Jul 17, 2020

Langford is an excellent choice for Nimue. She is strong and resilient yet somewhat trusting and naïve.

Full Review | Grade: B

Ghost

Jul 15, 2020

The Paramount Presents series has offered wonderful classic films restored and upgraded and Ghost makes an excellent addition to this collection.

Full Review | Grade: B

Greyhound

Jul 09, 2020

Director Aaron Schneider sets the scene beautifully with grey skies and violent seas in Greyhound.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Old Guard

Jul 08, 2020

The visuals help to set the scenes well and director Gina Prince-Bythewood has decent pacing. The beginning is somewhat slow, but it picks up by the second act.

Full Review | Grade: B

Hamilton

Jul 07, 2020

Besides Miranda, the cast is made up of incredibly talented artists who took Miranda’s brilliant score and breathed life into it despite being some of the most challenging songs to perform live.

Full Review | Grade: A