Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews

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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.

Call of The Wild

Apr 02, 2020

Ford is the best part of this version and the script is strong, but the overuse of CGI brought the production level down a few notches.

Full Review | Grade: C

Just Mercy

Mar 31, 2020

Foxx won an Oscar for his portrayal of Ray Charles in Ray and I'd say his performance as McMillian rivals that of his Oscar winning role.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dolittle

Mar 27, 2020

Robert Downey, Jr. makes Dolittle what it is.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Grudge

Mar 23, 2020

The jump scares are spot on and the level of gore produced by the makeup artists is truly horrifying.

Full Review | Grade: C

Spies in Disguise

Mar 17, 2020

Spies in Disguise is a fun movie with terrific voice actors and some wonderful animation.

Full Review | Grade: B

Richard Jewell

Mar 17, 2020

Hauser was a great option to portray Jewell, not only for his physical resemblance but because he emitted an aura of truly caring for people while following the rules to a point of taking them overboard.

Full Review | Grade: B

Bloodshot

Mar 12, 2020

There is no doubt that Vin Diesel is an action star and he showcases this talent throughout the film.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Ten Commandments

Mar 10, 2020

DeMille was among the best and these movies are classics.

Full Review | Grade: A

A Quiet Place

Mar 10, 2020

The concept for the movie is so basic you would think it was uninspired and couldn’t possibly be any good but you would be wrong.

Full Review | Grade: A

Uncut Gems

Mar 09, 2020

Filmmakers Josh and Benny Safdie bought a quality product to audiences this past year and Sandler shines and the wholly unlikeable Ratner, but the film has flaws.

Full Review | Grade: B