Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media 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.

Allison Rose, a Senior Correspondent and Critic at FlickDirect, is a dynamic presence in the entertainment industry with a communications degree from Hofstra University. She brings her film expertise to KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM and broadcast television, and is recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic. Her role as an adept event moderator in various entertainment industry forums underscores her versatility. Her affiliations with SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society highlight her as an influential figure in film criticism and media.

Cinderella

Aug 01, 2023

Because Cinderella was painstakingly hand drawn and filmed (almost 75 years ago), any version will have some level of graininess to it but the 4K transfer is the best this film has ever looked.

Full Review | Grade: B

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Jul 31, 2023

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is pure entertainment at its finest and a film the whole family will enjoy.

Full Review | Grade: B

Scream VI

Jul 28, 2023

The leads, Barrera and Ortega, are both talented young women who step into this icon franchise seamlessly.

Full Review | Grade: B

Haunted Mansion

Jul 25, 2023

If you love the Disney attraction, you won't be disappointed by this new take on the Haunted Mansion's theme.

Full Review | Grade: B

Needful Things

Jul 25, 2023

As the film opens the picture quality is, in a word, awful. However, one minute in, everything changes and the 4K native (2160p) resolution kicks in putting everything in sharp focus with incredible detail.

Full Review | Grade: C

Sisu

Jul 17, 2023

Sisu is not for the faint of heart, but if you can stomach it, it's a well-made film worthy of your time.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Miracle Club

Jul 14, 2023

The Miracle Club has several messages to offer…from not holding grudges to believing in miracles, and it delivers them pragmatically.

Full Review | Grade: C

Book Club: The Next Chapter

Jul 11, 2023

While the sequel isn't as good as the first film, it still has some funny moments and some sweet, sentimental scenes that will bring a smile to almost anyone's face.

Full Review | Grade: C

Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

Jul 10, 2023

Almost three hours fly by in what seems like 90-100 minutes and as the credits roll, the audience leaves the theater wanting more (luckily, part two will be released next summer).

Full Review | Grade: B