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.

Jaws

Jun 01, 2020

Jaws was just the beginning of an ever-amazing career for Spielberg and has left audiences with a number of quotable lines including the very popular, "You're going to need a bigger boat".

Full Review | Grade: A

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge

May 29, 2020

With lots of exhaustive violence Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge is certain to please fans while impressing those of us who have never played the game.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Hunt

May 26, 2020

Gilpin is great and Swank is downright deplorable herself as the evil mastermind behind The Hunt. It helps that they are surrounded by a whole bunch of actors that play their parts well.

Full Review | Grade: C

Space Force

May 26, 2020

The real star of Space Force is Malkovich. He is brilliant as the sarcastic, intelligent, and witty voice of science and reason in an otherwise bizarre plot.

Full Review | Grade: B

The High Note

May 25, 2020

The biggest gem of The High Note is the music.

Full Review | Grade: B

Body Cam

May 19, 2020

At 93 minutes long and a VOD release, you might think Body Cam is going to be terrible and while you aren’t completely wrong, you aren’t completely right either.

Full Review | Grade: C

Flashdance

May 18, 2020

With Flashdance, Beals gives a memorable performance that jump-started her career.

Full Review | Grade: C

Days of Thunder

May 18, 2020

For race car enthusiasts, Days of Thunder is a treat with great action scenes.

Full Review | Grade: C

War of the Worlds

May 17, 2020

Spielberg always delivers a quality product and teaming him with Cruise results in a well done, modern rendition of this classic story.

Full Review | Grade: B

Scoob!

May 15, 2020

Scoob!'s animation is very well done with vibrant colors and sharp details. The soundtrack is also eclectic helping adult viewers take a stroll down memory lane.

Full Review | Grade: B