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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:: 637
Total QuickRatings:: 186

Location:: Seattle, WA

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Rating	T-Meter	Title \| Year	Add Date
3/5	66%	The Dictator (2012)	" It might not be the funniest movie of the year, but it is by no means bad at what it does. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted May 11, 2012
4/5	93%	Marvel's The Avengers (2012)	" From the strong cast to the awesome special effects and humor, "The Avengers" is a shining example of not only how to do a summer action film but how to do a comic book ensemble film right. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted May 2, 2012
2.5/5	36%	Lockout (2012)	" Lockout plays out more like a direct to DVD release as the recycled plot and lo-res and dated special effects did not warrant a major theatrical release." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 13, 2012
3.5/5	43%	American Reunion (2012)	" What really sold the film for me was not just the great chemistry between the cast but the way the script deftly moved the raunchy comedy along while combining character development and depth that is not normally found in films of this type." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Apr 6, 2012
3.5/5	85%	21 Jump Street (2012)	" 21 Jump Street" is easily the funniest movie I've seen this year. I have not laughed this much, for all the right reasons, in quite a long time. Hip and fresh again, there's plenty of bounce left in "21 Jump Street." " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Mar 16, 2012
3.5/5	52%	John Carter (2012)	" Director Andrew Stanton, who has made a name for himself with his animated films at Pixar, skillfully blends live-action and CGI to create a very energetic and enjoyable action-adventure film that was a very pleasant surprise. " — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Mar 9, 2012
3/5	36%	Immortals (2011)	" The character-driven film never gets overshadowed by the lavish special effects and epic scenery. Mickey Rourke plays a very effective Hyperion, mixing villainy with restraint." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Mar 5, 2012
4/5	25%	This Means War (2012)	" Directed by McG the film mixes action and comedy with a touch of romance and creates an entertaining formula." — Skewed and Reviewed Posted Feb 17, 2012
3/5	54%	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	7%	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	96%	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	26%	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	36%	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	60%	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	95%	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	15%	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	64%	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

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