FlickDirect Movie Reviews

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, 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.


The King of Staten Island
Davidson had to play Scott as so much of the story parallels his own life. He obviously drew on his experiences to bring out the emotions he faces in the film.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Disney's Zombies 2
While Z-O-M-B-I-E-S and its sequel are obviously this decade’s High School Musical, it does have its own distinctive flavor.
Full Review  | Grade: B

Jaws
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


The Hunt
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
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


Body Cam
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
With Flashdance, Beals gives a memorable performance that jump-started her career.
Full Review  | Grade: C

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