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.

Beautiful Boy

Oct 25, 2018

Beautiful Boy manages to accentuate the devastation addiction brings on the whole family while also highlighting not only the big problem this country faces but also the science behind the chemical reaction the drugs cause on the human body.

Full Review | Grade: B

Johnny English Strikes Again

Oct 24, 2018

No, Johnny English Strikes Again won’t win any awards but it will resonate with fans of the character and Atkinson’s shtick.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Twilight Saga: New Moon Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Twilight Saga: Extended Edition

Oct 23, 2018

While it is hard to believe it’s been 10 years since we met Pattinson, Lautner and Stewart as their beloved characters, there are certainly plenty of fans still out there to warrant a celebration of this important anniversary.

Full Review | Grade: B

Twilight

Oct 22, 2018

If you are/were a Twilight fan or you have one in your life, this is a great gift idea for the holiday coming season. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate ten years than to get this movie on 4K UHD.

Full Review | Grade: B

Whitney

Oct 16, 2018

A brilliant yet secretly tortured artist, Whitney Houston’s life was cut short well before it should have been and the world lost one of the greatest singers of all time.

Full Review | Grade: B

Barry: The Complete First Season

Oct 15, 2018

With a great script, excellent cast and a fresh take on an old idea, Barry aims for the target and shoots a bullseye each week (yes the cheesy pun is intended).

Full Review | Grade: B

First Man

Oct 11, 2018

First Man is dramatic and thoughtful and balances the silence and tension with the lighter moments. It’s an interesting take on The United States Space program in the 1960’s and the man that would become revered as an American Hero.

Full Review | Grade: B

Hook

Oct 11, 2018

Pick up Hook and reminisce of a simpler time in your life and if you have young children be sure to share it with them. This a life lesson taught with an excellent cast and in an entertaining manner.

Full Review | Grade: C

Eighth Grade

Oct 09, 2018

Though the cast is young; being made up of mostly teenagers; they are well versed and trained and Burnham elicits terrific performances from then all.

Full Review | Grade: B