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GARETH J. VON KALLENBACH
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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.
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Total Reviews: 456
Total QuickRatings: 187

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4.5/5
 
"Simply put, Iron Man is one of the best comic book films ever and a fantastic start to the summer movie season." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted May 2, 2008
 
Iron Man (2008)93%
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3.5/5
 
"While it may be lacking on plot and awash in crude and juvenile humor, Harold and Kumar delivers enough laughs to keep fans happy." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Apr 25, 2008
 
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay (2008)57%
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1/5
 
"When the CGI Mammoths are the best actors in a film, you know you are in for trouble. This is easily, one of the worst studio films of the last five years." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Mar 7, 2008
 
10,000 B.C. (2008)9%
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4/5
 
"Though times and politcal climates have changed since the series was in it's prime, Stallone delivers as solid action fest that should delight fans." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jan 25, 2008
 
Rambo (2008)33%
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4.5/5
 
""Cloverfield" is a refreshing take on what had become a very stale, monster on the loose genre." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jan 18, 2008
 
Cloverfield (2008)77%
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3.5/5
 
"While better than the last film in the series, "AVP-R" is done in by dull characters and a script that is sparse on suprises and scares." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Dec 26, 2007
 
Aliens Vs. Predator: Requiem (2007)15%
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3.5/5
 
"While the finale does not live up to the first 3/4 of the film, Will Smith and a solid premise make this one of the more interesting films of the year." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Dec 17, 2007
 
I Am Legend (2007)68%
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4/5
 
"While the film will not break new ground in the horror genre, it is one of the best adaptation of a King story, and is very entertaining." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Nov 21, 2007
 
Stephen King's The Mist (2007)70%
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4.5/5
 
"The Epic Poem is brought to the screen in visual wonder for the ages." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Nov 16, 2007
 
Beowulf (2007)70%
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4.5/5
 
" A true delight that will work for audiences of all ages, "Bee Movie" is not only one of the best films of the year, it is one of the best animated features of all times." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Nov 2, 2007
 
Bee Movie (2007)53%
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4.5/5
 
"Carell gives an Oscar worthy perfomance in one of the most enjoyable films of the year." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Oct 26, 2007
 
Dan in Real Life (2007)64%
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3/5
 
"Despite The best efforts of Ben Stiller, there simply is not enough to this remake to make you care for the characters, nor enough laughs to fill the running time in this uneven offering." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Oct 5, 2007
 
The Heartbreak Kid (2007)29%
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3/5
 
""Hot Rod" is a mixed bag where some jokes work and some fail, but in the end, you will get enough laughs to make it worth your time if you are a fan of silly humor." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Aug 4, 2007
 
Hot Rod (2007)39%
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4/5
 
"Damon is back in his signature role, and this Bourne delivers the goods." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Aug 4, 2007
 
The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)93%
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3.5/5
 
" The film like Harry transitions into more mature themes and experiences, it just stumbles a bit getting there." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jul 10, 2007
 
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)77%
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4/5
 
"LaBeof works well with Fox and there are numerous supporting roles and cameos that make "Transformers" a pleasant, if silly treat." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jul 2, 2007
 
Transformers (2007)57%
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4.5/5
 
"At long last, a summer film that not only meets the hype, it blows all the other offerings to date out of the water." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 27, 2007
 
Live Free or Die Hard (2007)80%
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4/5
 
"Cusacks gives a strong performance in one of the best adaptations of Stephen King's works." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 22, 2007
 
1408 (2007)78%
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3.5/5
 
"While not as funny as "Bruce Almighty", this family themed film has some moments." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 22, 2007
 
Evan Almighty (2007)23%
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3.5/5
 
" In a summer where most of the offerings have failed to live up to expectations, this is a film that knows what it is, and does not try to be anything more than that. In doing so, the audience is treated to a briskly paced action adventure that delive" -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 17, 2007
 
The Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)35%
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4/5
 
"Pacino and the return of the veteran cast m akes this Ocean not only the best of the three, but the most enjoyable film of the summer by far." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 8, 2007
 
Ocean's Thirteen (2007)70%
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2.5/5
 
"A bloated extravaganza of style over substance that was badly in need of having 45-60 minutes trimmed from its running time." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted May 25, 2007
 
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)45%
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2.5/5
 
"This Shrek is Far, Far and Away the worst of the three." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted May 18, 2007
 
Shrek the Third (2007)42%
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3.5/5
 
"While not as good as the original, this sequel still has some bite." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted May 16, 2007
 
28 Weeks Later (2007)71%
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4/6
 
"While "Spider-Man 3" fails to capture the magic of the two previous films in the series, it still has enough there to delight most fans." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted May 4, 2007
 
Spider-Man 3 (2007)62%
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2.5/5
 
"Despite a good cast and premise, "Vacancy", quickly stalls out and falls into a tired series of horror staples." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Apr 26, 2007
 
Vacancy (2007)55%
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4/5
 
"While the plots are paper thin and the films at times drag, Tarantino and Rorriguez have perfectly captured a lost era in films." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Apr 6, 2007
 
Grindhouse (2007)81%
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3.5/5
 
"Yes it is silly and a one joke premise, but amazingly the film pulls off some laughs." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Mar 30, 2007
 
Blades of Glory (2007)69%
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4/5
 
"One of the best family films in recent years." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Mar 30, 2007
 
Meet the Robinsons (2007)66%
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2/5
 
"The film has a good premise, but falls fast thanks to plot holes, and stiff performances by the two leads." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Mar 16, 2007
 
Premonition (2007)8%
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4/5
 
"Wild Hogs is one of the more pleasant suprises of the year." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Mar 3, 2007
 
Wild Hogs (2007)15%
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4.5/5
 
"Thanks to Thornton and Madsen, what could have been a sappy movie of the week lifts off." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Feb 23, 2007
 
The Astronaut Farmer (2007)58%
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3.5/5
 
"While you are not likely to forget the performance of the greatly missed Sir Anthony Hopkins, there is still some life left in this franchise." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Feb 9, 2007
 
Hannibal Rising (2007)15%
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3.5/5
 
"Dreamgirls" is one of the best musical to hit the screen and if for no reason other than Murphy's performance is must see film." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Dec 28, 2006
 
Dreamgirls (2006)78%
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4.5/5
 
"Stallone has delivered not only a satisfying finale to the "Rocky" series but one of the most enjoyable films of the year." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Dec 20, 2006
 
Rocky Balboa (2006)76%
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4.5/5
 
"Smith Delivers the goods in this touching if formulaic film." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Dec 19, 2006
 
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)66%
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4.5/5
 
"Jason Todd Ipson makes and impressive debut with this thriller that is a cut above the usual horror film." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Nov 12, 2006
 
Unrest (2006)n/a
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4.5/5
 
"Rude, Crude, and the funniest movie of the last five years." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Nov 2, 2006
 
Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan (2006)91%
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2.5/5
 
"Despite a Good cast, the film never takes off and ends up lacking on almost every level." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Sep 28, 2006
 
School for Scoundrels (2006)25%
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2/5
 
"As it stands, the best thing going for the film are the flightsequences but the slow pacing, numerous clichés and bland characterskeeps "Flyboys" grounded." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Sep 22, 2006
 
Flyboys (2006)33%
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3.5/5
 
"Despite a razor thin plot, Jaa powers the film into one of the best pure martial arts films you will ever see." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Sep 15, 2006
 
The Protector (2006)55%
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4/5
 
"The Rock turns in a solid permormance and despite a few predictable moments, "Gridiron Gang" is a very pleasant surprise amd is one of the years most enjoyable and satisfying films." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Sep 15, 2006
 
Gridiron Gang (2006)43%
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3/5
 
"While it slips from the previous seasons, there are still some great moments here." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Sep 9, 2006
 
Dead Zone - The Complete Fourth Season (2005)n/a
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3.5/5
 
"Mann has crafted a slick and stylish film that remains true to the original series and delivers what fans have been waiting for." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jul 27, 2006
 
Miami Vice (2006)48%
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4/5
 
"M. Night Shyamalan has crafted a true modern day Fairy Tale with this surprisingly delightful film" -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jul 21, 2006
 
Lady in the Water (2006)24%
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5/5
 
"Kevin Smith has crafted a true classic that will delight fans of his past work as well as legions of new ones." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jul 21, 2006
 
Clerks II (2006)63%
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3/5
 
"Despite a thin plot, the winning combination of Reitman, Wilson, Faris, and Thurman carries this film through." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jul 21, 2006
 
My Super Ex-Girlfriend (2006)41%
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4/5
 
"Thanks to a solid cast and a winning mix of action, humor, and romance, Superman is back in style." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 29, 2006
 
Superman Returns (2006)77%
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4/5
 
""Click" effectively mixes Sandler's trademark humor with more serious subjects, which results in his best work since "The Wedding Singer"" -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 23, 2006
 
Click (2006)32%
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3/5
 
"While Visually appealing, the film 2 Hour run time is to long for younger viewers and many of the jokes are better suited to an older audience." -- Skiewed and Reviewed
Posted Jun 9, 2006
 
Cars (2006)75%

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