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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.

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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.


101 Dalmatians Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
101 Dalmatians
While vastly different stylistically from other Disney animated films but still embodying the excellent quality one expects from the Mouse, 101 Dalmatians is a movie worthy owning and the diamond edition Blu-ray.
Full Review  | Grade: A

Before I Go To Sleep Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Before I Go To Sleep
My final thought…save your money and wait to see it until it shows up on one of the television movie channels.
Full Review  | Grade: C

The Judge Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Judge
Unfortunately, the terrific cast isn’t given much to work with and leaves the viewer feeling a bit let down at the end. This is one Downey, Jr. film I don’t need to see more than once.
Full Review  | Grade: C


Gone Girl Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Gone Girl
While this film and Blu-ray is perfect in every way the lack of special features is truly a downer for such an amazing piece of cinema.
Full Review  | Grade: B

This Is Where I Leave You Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
This Is Where I Leave You
Judd (Jason Bateman, Arrested Development) is having a really bad year.  He comes home early from work to surprise his wife on her birthday only to find her in bed with his boss.  T...
Full Review  | Grade: C


The Hundred-Foot Journey Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Hundred-Foot Journey
Overall, it is an interesting story about racism and the competitive world of fine cuisine with a little human interest thrown in.
Full Review  | Grade: B

If I Stay Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
If I Stay
While I would caution people about a film that is going to make them cry, I can recommend If I stay as a solid story, including good acting, good music, and a plot that will make them think and hug their loved ones a little tighter tonight.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Into The Storm Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Into The Storm
Into the Storm isn’t worth watching once, let alone over and over again. If you’re looking for a good, exciting movie for a Saturday night on the couch, do yourself a favor and choose Twister instead.
Full Review  | Grade: C

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