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.

Miracle on 34th Street

Oct 17, 2017

With all the violence, action and horror movie audiences face these days, it is nice to come back to a heartwarming classic tale that stands the test of time.

Full Review | Grade: B

Girls Trip

Oct 16, 2017

Terrific casting plays a large part of why Girls Trip works. They all have great comedic timing which makes the dialogue flow smoothly and the scenes work beautifully.

Full Review | Grade: B

Kick-Ass

Oct 11, 2017

Kick-Ass is a mish-mosh of ideas that somehow comes together and almost completely works. It’s got a good cast and some fun scenes which helps the viewer get immersed in the story. It’s worth watching if for no other reason than simply to bring out the inner superhero in all of us.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dreamgirls

Oct 10, 2017

Dreamgirls is what happens when you have an amazing cast teamed up with a terrific director and an award-winning soundtrack. As the stars align and the planets converge, you can sense that this film is something special and it really is.

Full Review | Grade: B

Wish Upon

Oct 10, 2017

What would you do if you found a magic lamp that could grant you wishes? What would you wish for? What happens when you start to realize those wishes had dire consequences?

Full Review | Grade: C

The Mountain Between Us

Oct 05, 2017

If you love Winslet or Elba or you read the book, then you should see this movie.

Full Review | Grade: B

A Fish Called Wanda

Oct 03, 2017

A Fish Called Wanda is a new classic that people remember and love and was a good choice for the new Blu-ray “makeover” and re-release. If you loved the movie back in 1988 this version will surely please you.

Full Review | Grade: B

L.A. Confidential

Oct 03, 2017

The script is a perfect example of masterful screenwriting. There are so many intricacies to the story but nothing feels bogged down or skimmed over and the story is fairly easy to follow and not confusing at all.

Full Review | Grade: B

Taken: The Complete First Season One

Sep 28, 2017

There are few people out there who don’t know the famous line from the 2008 film, Taken. It has become iconic along with the character and helped to launch two sequels as well as a television show - as of this past year.

Full Review | Grade: C

Empire: The Complete Third Season

Sep 26, 2017

Empire has a few things going for it...First and foremost is the cast. Howard has moments of pure evil and he can shut a person down with just a glaring stare. His non-verbals are just as potent as the words coming out of his mouth.

Full Review | Grade: B