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Gareth J. Von Kallenbach

"Do Unto Others as you would have done unto you."

Agrees with the Tomatometer 62% of the time.

Biography:: Syndicated film reviewer and creater of Skiewed and Reviewed. I also write for several Gaming publications as well as setup Lan events and software sales. I have been known to speak at Sci Fi cons as well aabout upcoming films. I have a Masters Degree, and enjoy music, sports, movies, shopping, and so much more.
Favorites:: Too many to list. Star Wars series Terminator Series The Classics. And so on...
Publications:: Ain't It Cool Movie Reviews , CineScene.com , Film Threat , Lee's Movie Info , Mediasharx , Movie Eye , Movie Insider , Movie-Vault.com , MovieFreak.com , Moviehole , MovieWeb , RopeofSilicon , Rotten Tomatoes , Skewed and Reviewed

Total Reviews:: 629
Total QuickRatings:: 186

Location:: Seattle, WA

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Rating	T-Meter	Title \| Year	Add Date
3/5	53%	Safe House (2012)	" Washington and Reynolds worked very well together and had a very natural, unforced chemistry. It was very nice to see Reynolds take on a grittier and more intense role than we have seen from him previously." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Feb 10, 2012
4.5/5	87%	The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)	" The film is a bold and dynamic vision from Fincher and is a deeply dark and disturbing story that is difficult to forget." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Dec 21, 2011
4/5	93%	Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol (2011)	" The team has a winning formula that reinvigorates the series giving us what I believe is the best film in the series to date." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Dec 15, 2011
4.5/5	60%	Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)	" The film was well-paced and an absolute thrill ride from beginning to end mixing fantastic action and some great humor for a very winning combination that is not to be missed." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Dec 15, 2011
4/5	8%	New Year's Eve (2011)	" I found this movie to be a great date movie. It's cute and funny, but without being overly obnoxious as some holiday movies try to be. It is very clever in its story telling, and makes great use of the stellar cast." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Dec 9, 2011
4/5	97%	The Muppets (2011)	" I can honestly say this is not only one of the best of the Muppet movies but it is a perfect film to take the family. Just don't be surprised if you find yourself enjoying the magic as much, if not more, than the kids." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Nov 23, 2011
2.5/5	25%	Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 (2011)	" While it attempts to be a darker and more mature film, it still comes across as eye candy and fantasy for young women when the story and cast deserved so much more." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Nov 18, 2011
3.5/5	37%	In Time (2011)	" "In Time" is science fiction at its best as it allows for timely social commentary and provides a disturbing look at many age old debates." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Oct 28, 2011
3/5	36%	The Thing (2011)	" While the film is not likely to reach the iconic status of the previous film, it is still a worthy companion piece that has enough action and effects to keep it interesting to fans of the series." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Oct 14, 2011
4/5	59%	Real Steel (2011)	" The action sequences are intense and amazing to look at but never overshadow the underlying storyline of love and redemption." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Oct 7, 2011
4/5	94%	Moneyball (2011)	" Moneyball is a very enjoyable and realistic look at the inner workings of baseball and one of the best baseball films ever made. Pitt is amazing." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Sep 23, 2011
4/5	84%	Contagion (2011)	" Contagion doesn't go overboard on pointing fingers instead it gives an honest and unflinching look at a scenario that we can only hope will never happen. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Sep 9, 2011
3/5	74%	Fright Night (2011)	" Fright Night" just might be perfect for those looking for a dose of nostalgia and some highly suspenseful, fun entertainment." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Aug 19, 2011
3.5/5	35%	Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)	" Delivering a much-needed shot of adrenaline to the summer movie season, "Transformers: Dark of the Moon", arrives awash in stunning visuals and cutting-edge 3-D." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 29, 2011
3.5/5	48%	Mr. Popper's Penguins (2011)	" There are some great laugh out loud moments the whole family will love. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 17, 2011
3.5/5	27%	Green Lantern (2011)	" Director Martin Campbell and his team of writers have crafted a solid summer action picture that not only delivers but is faithful to the source material. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 17, 2011
3.5/5	82%	Super 8 (2011)	" "Super 8" played out as JJ Abrams nostalgic homage to the Steven Spielberg movies of his childhood which so clearly influenced him." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 10, 2011
3/5	87%	X-Men: First Class (2011)	" In the end, "X-Men: First Class", for me was more entertaining than the previous ensemble films, but fails to live up to its potential and severely lacks enough action to sustain the early momentum of the film." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 3, 2011
3/5	35%	The Hangover Part II (2011)	" While the film was not as thoroughly funny as the original, in terms of humor and storytelling, but there are still plenty of laughs and eye-popping scenes that make it an enjoyable comedy" — Skewed and Reviewed Posted May 26, 2011
4.5/5	77%	Thor (2011)	" . I absolutely loved every part the film from beginning to end and in my opinion Thor has set the bar very high for the next series of comic book themed movies to aspire to and is not to be missed." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted May 6, 2011
2/5	11%	Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs Evil (2011)	" You won't be missing anything by skipping this film at the box office. It might be worth a rental when it comes out on DVD, but you and your family can still live a full and satisfying life without it." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 29, 2011
4/5	78%	Fast Five (2011)	" Larger-than-life characters combined with larger-than-life action, plus some very sexy cars and very sexy people make for an extremely winning formula. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 29, 2011
5/5	35%	Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)	" Don Jeanes Talks Transformers Dark Of the Moon" — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 18, 2011
3/5	58%	Scream 4 (2011)	" Scream 4 delivers a welcome return to the franchise and paves the way for future sequels in a manner which should delight fans of the genre and franchise." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 15, 2011
2/5	26%	Arthur (2011)	" The film definitely fails to live up the original in many ways, but still contains enough surprises to pull itself out of the disaster it was headed toward. " — Film Threat Posted Apr 8, 2011
4/5	91%	Source Code (2011)	" With what could've been a dumbed-down action film, Jones has exceeded expectations and produced a smart and innovative action thriller with a touch of science fiction and romance thrown in, a winning combination that makes for a very enjoyable film." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 1, 2011
3.5/5	35%	Battle: Los Angeles (2011)	" While it doesn't have the epic feel of Independence Day, Battle: Los Angeles is a film that provides enough entertainment to make it one of the better alien invasion films ever made." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Mar 10, 2011
4/5	34%	Hall Pass (2011)	" Hall Pass is a smart and funny comedy that also provides relationship education." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Feb 25, 2011
4/5	44%	The Green Hornet (2011)	" Hornet is a hilarious and action packed film that is one of the most satisfying action-buddy-comedies ever made." — Film Threat Posted Jan 14, 2011
3.5/5	49%	The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)	" While it does not have as much charm as the earlier films in the series, the film certainly has more than its share of funny moments and action that will keep viewers entertained." — Film Threat Posted Dec 10, 2010
4/5	96%	The Social Network (2010)	" Strong supporting work in the film combined with the great performances of the lead characters makes The Social Network"a very solid and entertaining film that, for my money, is one of the better films of the year." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Oct 1, 2010
4/5	81%	Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)	" The film has a frantic pacing that Director Edgar Wright never lets get out of control. Like his great work in Shaun of the Dead, Wright keeps the characters and their relationships at the center of the film. " — MovieWeb Posted Aug 14, 2010
2.5/5	13%	A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010)	" The new Nightmare is a fairly by-the-numbers horror film that is sadly is lacking much suspense and horror. I was a big fan of the series and I found myself wanting to watch the original Wes Craven classic rather than what was unfolding on the screen." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 30, 2010
3.5/5	63%	Hot Tub Time Machine (2010)	" While it may drag in parts, the winning cast provides plenty of laughs in this loving look back at 80s teen sex comedies." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Mar 26, 2010
3/5	19%	Cop Out (2010)	" Thankfully Smiths skilled handling of the cast and humor is what tips the scales in the films favor making "Cop Out" a flawed but at times very funny film." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Feb 26, 2010
2.5/5	34%	The Wolfman (2010)	" "The Wolfman" works as a matinee or a DVD rental, but I would not suggest it as a full priced theatrical experience for anyone other than those looking for a piece of nostalgia." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Feb 14, 2010
4/5	48%	The Book of Eli (2010)	" In the end, the strong cast, good action, and story makes this a film worth seeing and a pleasant surprise" — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jan 17, 2010
4.5/5	83%	Avatar (2009)	" . The amazing blend of story, digital splendor, and characters all combine to make "Avatar" a truly amazing visual film with a strong message of love, hope, and unity. James Cameron has once again proved that he is one of the true masters of cinema and ha" — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Dec 26, 2009
4/5	70%	Sherlock Holmes (2009)	" While the film may not come across as a traditional American studio film, there is a lot to like about this new Holmes and the new franchise it launches for fans old and new." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Dec 25, 2009
3/5	39%	2012 (2009)	" While the explosions and FX are first rate, there is far to many vast leaps of logic that require the audience to check their brain at the door." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Nov 13, 2009
4.5/5	53%	Disney's A Christmas Carol (2009)	" A true holiday classic has arrived in this high-tech retelling of the timeless story." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Nov 6, 2009
4.5/5	90%	Zombieland (2009)	" "Zombieland" almost defies you to categorize it as it is great mix of horror, comedy, and action disguised as a romantic comedy. The winning cast and formula makes "Zombieland" one of the most enjoyable films of the summer and a real treat." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Oct 2, 2009
4/5	91%	District 9 (2009)	" District 9" not only serves as a strong statement from Blomkamp that he is a talent on the rise, and also as a solid redemption for Jackson after the dissatisfaction of "King Kong", and the failure of "Halo"." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Aug 14, 2009
4.5/5	84%	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)	" This new Potter is a technically brilliant film that despite the magic and wonder is a character driven story." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jul 14, 2009
4.5/5	67%	Br�no (Bruno) (2009)	" In the end, you will either love or hate the film, and much of this will depend on your tolerance for very mature, bawdy, and controversial humor. For my taste, this was one of the funniest films I have ever seen and I could not stop laughing." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jul 10, 2009
4/5	45%	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (Ice Age 3) (2009)	" The film was paced well and never overstayed its welcome, and despite some jokes that were better suited to an older audience, the film delivered a perfect summer film for the family to enjoy." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jul 1, 2009
3.5/5	20%	Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)	" What it lacks in plot and character development the film more than makes up for in Action and FX. Bay knows what the audience wants to see and delivers plenty of robot action." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 24, 2009
4/5	78%	The Hangover (2009)	" "The Hangover" is a hysterical and highly enjoyable comedy that rarely lets up long enough for you to stop laughing before unleashing even more comedic gems." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Jun 5, 2009
3.5/5	——	1968 Tunnel Rats (2009)	" While more character development might would have been nice, the film is a solid effort that shows that Boll should focus his efforts on more original work than his customary video game adaptations, as "1968 Tunnel Rats", is a not only his best film, but" — Skewed and Reviewed Posted May 23, 2009

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