Physical Media: 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD Reviews

Here at FlickDirect, our goal is to provide up-to-date reviews on theatrical, home entertainment, and television series. Check out the reviews of upcoming films or programming, and even our take on the classsics.

The Fifth Element

Nathan M Rose | Jul 10, 2017

To-date, The Fifth Element, is hands down Luc Besson’s most accomplished film. The story is extremely compelling and interesting, the cast blends perfectly with the amazing sets and action, and even though it had a mixed reception when it opened in 1997 it has come to be loved the world over.

Full Review | Grade: A

Smurfs: The Lost Village

Nathan M Rose | Jul 10, 2017

The Dolby Atmos track is truly where Smurfs: The Lost Village shines. Audio moves effortlessly from one speaker to another and travels throughout the room. It really feels like you are transported into the audio-visual space of the Smurfs.

Full Review | Grade: A

Their Finest

Allison Rose | Jul 09, 2017

The cast is one of the gems of Their Finest. Arterton combines an inner strength with an outward vulnerability and naiveté to create the perfect Catrin. She is sweet and mild but possesses a fire hidden underneath the surface that she doesn’t even realize she has.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Belko Experiment

Nathan M Rose | Jul 05, 2017

While The Belko Experiment will never be anything more than a cult classic film it provides a nice escape for its runtime of 88 minutes. James Gunn and director Greg McLean have created a fun film that anyone who works in the corporate world should see at least once in their life.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

Nathan M Rose | Jun 26, 2017

While technically Dawn of the Planet of The Apes is a perfect movie, it still has its flaws, but, with saying that, it is still an amazing sequel.

Full Review | Grade: B

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Allison Rose | Jun 26, 2017

The 4K offers a unique viewing experience that, in this case, is well worth it and any Planet of the Apes fan will not only want to get this combo pack but its sequel, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, as well.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Unholy

Leonard Buccellato | Jun 26, 2017

Vestron Video Collector’s Series, in my opinion, is a hit. They continue to release movies from their archives, packed with a ton of extras, too.

Full Review | Grade: A

CHiPs

Nathan M Rose | Jun 23, 2017

The basic concepts of the show are still there, but that is about it. CHiPs is raw and action packed and wears it’s R-rated badge with pride.

Full Review | Grade: C

Life

Allison Rose | Jun 20, 2017

The 4K picture quality (of Life) is unparalleled. Sharp and so well defined, each little drop of blood floating in space is amazingly detailed. Each tentacle on the alien organism is unique and it’s hideous “face” adds to the terror. The Dolby Atmos audio is also terrific and enhances ones viewing pleasure.

Full Review | Grade: B

Table 19

Allison Rose | Jun 19, 2017

Table 19 is a homage to the somewhat socially awkward or periphery people that attend any catered party. It’s also a heartwarming tale of how five strangers can change someone’s life in the course of mere hours.

Full Review | Grade: C