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.

Batman & Robin

Jun 05, 2019

If you are buying the other three films in this series, I would invest in this one too since it completes the set and the technical quality is the best we have seen.

Full Review | Grade: C

Batman Forever

Jun 04, 2019

Regardless of whether or not this is not your favorite Batman film, the technical brilliance is hard to deny. One watching and you will be hooked.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Natural

Jun 04, 2019

You can’t go wrong adding The Natural to your home entertainment collection. It’s a home run!

Full Review | Grade: A

Batman Returns

Jun 03, 2019

The beauty of Batman Returns is definitely the villains. From DeVito and Walken to Pfeiffer, they all bring their A game and it pays off with three meaty, evildoers to sink your teeth into.

Full Review | Grade: B

Gloria Bell

Jun 03, 2019

Moore’s performance in Gloria Bell is Oscar worthy and she is surrounded by a solid group of actors who help her to shine.

Full Review | Grade: B

Batman

Jun 02, 2019

Batman (1989) 4K video quality is exceptional here and the transfer is terrific when compared to the original film.

Full Review | Grade: A

May 29, 2019

Note to self… never piss off Octavia Spencer because she can be one crazy mother.

Full Review | Grade: C

Aladdin

May 24, 2019

...the good is most of the cast, especially Mena Massoud as Aladdin.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Upside

May 23, 2019

The real treat of The Upside is finding a new side of Kevin Hart and the chemistry and the friendship he and Bryan Cranston share on screen.

Full Review | Grade: B

13 Reasons Why Physical Media: DVD Review

13 Reasons Why: Season Two

May 20, 2019

If you loved Season One of 13 Reasons Why you should definitely watch Season Two even though it doesn’t continue the same magic set in motion when the show debuted back in 2017.

Full Review | Grade: B