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.

Playing With Fire

Nov 07, 2019

Hildebrand is great and Convery and Slater are adorable in this film.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Art of Racing in the Rain

Nov 06, 2019

Ventimiglia is solid and Seyfried, a personal favorite of mine, does a wonderful job as a loving, supportive wife.

Full Review | Grade: C

Universal Soldier

Nov 04, 2019

What Emmerich does do is present some very good action sequences which is probably why he was offered the opportunity to direct Independence Day.

Full Review | Grade: C

Doctor Sleep

Oct 30, 2019

McGregor always gives a wonderful performance whether he is a song and dance man or if, in this case, he is a tortured and broken man trying to outrun his past.

Full Review | Grade: C

Red Heat

Oct 29, 2019

It is fairly obvious why Schwarzenegger was chosen to play the role of Danko in Red Heat

Full Review | Grade: C

Charlie's Angels

Oct 28, 2019

Barrymore is the best of the three here but the group has great chemistry and they work well as a cohesive unit.

Full Review | Grade: C

Scarface

Oct 26, 2019

Pacino is a brilliant actor and his portrayal of a Cuban immigrant in Scarface is a perfect example of his work.

Full Review | Grade: B

Black and Blue

Oct 24, 2019

Black and Blue is a story that should be told…

Full Review | Grade: C

Galaxy Quest

Oct 23, 2019

While Galaxy Quest starts off like any other parody, it morphs into a truly human story about people, their humanity, their fragility, and their insecurities.

Full Review | Grade: A