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.

Heading Home: The Tale of Team Israel

Feb 07, 2019

If you like a good fairytale story, baseball or are Jewish (or more than one of these things) you will identify with Heading Home: The Tale of Team Israel.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Old Man & the Gun

Feb 05, 2019

Redford picked a strong project to be his swan song and Lowery made sure he rode off into the sunset with dignity and flair.

Full Review | Grade: A

Poetic Justice

Feb 04, 2019

Considering Shakur’s untimely death, this Blu-ray is certainly a collector’s item for his loyal fans.

Full Review | Grade: C

They Shall Not Grow Old

Feb 01, 2019

While difficult to watch, They Shall Not Grow Old is a loving tribute to a grandfather from his grandson and to a generation of young men who fought bravely and survived.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Hate U Give

Jan 22, 2019

The Hate U Give is a well done and worthwhile film that everyone should see.

Full Review | Grade: A

Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween

Jan 21, 2019

If you read the Goosebumps book series and are a fan of the stories and Slappy (or know someone who is) then you will want to pick up this title for the young adult in your life.

Full Review | Grade: C

Glass

Jan 16, 2019

Shyamalan does what we expect him to do with Glass and it wraps up these storylines though I don’t know if it was worth the 19-year wait.

Full Review | Grade: B

Deadpool 2 Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Once Upon a Deadpool

Jan 15, 2019

Once Upon a Deadpool is more of a companion piece rather than a replacement for Deadpool 2 as it doesn’t easily explain several of the plot points which are glossed over in this family-friendlier version.

Full Review | Grade: B

Cliffhanger

Jan 14, 2019

If you are a Stallone fan and enjoy watching him as the action star he generally is then you would want to own this title in 4K

Full Review | Grade: B

Bad Times at the El Royale

Jan 09, 2019

If you are a fan of Tarantino-esque type films then this is one you...it is an entertaining movie that requires viewing more than once to catch all the little nuances and details.

Full Review | Grade: B