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Curious about movies coming out on DVD or at the theater? Film Critic Keith Van Sickle answers your movie questions here

Friday, May 30, 2008, 11:30 a.m.

You see him on 49 News' Good Morning Kansas Tuesdays and Fridays. And, this Friday, May 30, Film Critic Keith Van Sickle will be available online. He'll be taking viewers' feedback and questions during an online discussion about what to watch this summer. Learn what blockbusters are coming out and what movies are already expected to flop as the summer movie season gears up. It's easy to participate. Just sign up for an account and type in your question. Advance questions or comments are encouraged. Or you can submit a question while the chat is taking place. Join a live online discussion at 11:30 a.m. Friday. Submit a question

Chat with local Film Critic Keith Van Sickle about the Oscars.

Friday, February 22, 2008, 12:00 p.m.

The biggest night in Hollywood is coming Sunday. Catch the Oscars and all the stars on ABC at 7 p.m. But, before we bring you the red carpet and you learn who the winners are, voice your own opinions here. Do you feel like someone or some movie got slighted? Maybe our movie expert Keith Van Sickle will agree with you. Maybe he won't, but at least it will be an interesting and rousing conversation on what's hot and what's not in Hollywood. So join in. Scroll down and submit your question, the earlier the better, but you can always take part live as the chat happens. Submit a question

Chat about Harry Potter with K-State English Professors

Tuesday, July 24, 2007, 4:00 p.m.

Harry Potter fans who have awaited the newest book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling, can pick up their copy July 21. 49abcnews.com invites you to put down the book for a couple minutes and take part in our online conversation with Harry Potter experts Philip Nel and Karin Westman. Join the online community and these two Kansas State University professors in what promises to be an active discussion on the saga and the hype surrounding its release. Please submit your question early to ensure it will be answered. And we'll see you right back here Tuesday. Submit a question

Chat with Film Critic Keith Van Sickle about the Oscar winners.

Monday, February 26, 2007, 12:00 p.m.

The big event is finally over, but the buzz is not. The Oscar winners were announced February 25. What those wins could mean to the careers of Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker and Helen Mirren, and many more. Participate in an online conversation with Keith Van Sickle, a weekly movie reviewer on 49 News. Ask Keith about about the categories and winners, or anything else you want to ask. Upset that someone or some movie got snubbed? Get your voice heard here. Submit your question and join us for a post-Oscar chat. Submit a question

Chat with Film Critic Keith Van Sickle about Oscar nominees for Best Picture.

Friday, February 23, 2007, 12:00 p.m.

And the nominees for Best Picture are: Babel, The Departed, Letters from Iwo Jima, Little Miss Sunshine, The Queen Watch an 8-minute video of excerpts from the movies before this chat. 49abcnews.com invites you to discuss the Oscars with Film Critic Keith Van Sickle. Submit your question to Keith, and then log on for a discussion about the roles and films that have earned high acclaim in Hollywood. And on February 25, watch the Oscars to find out if your favorites have won. The Oscars’ live broadcast will be broadcast at 7 a.m. on Channel 49, your local ABC affiliate. Keith Van Sickle appears each Friday on Good Morning Kansas when he reviews movies opening in theaters. See his latest reviews here. Submit a question

Chat with Film Critic Keith Van Sickle about the Oscar nominees for best actress.

Friday, February 16, 2007, 12:00 p.m.

And the nominees for Actress in a Leading Role are: Penelope Cruz for Volver, Judy Dench for Notes on a Scandal, Helen Mirren for The Queen, Meryl Streep for The Devil Wears Prada and Kate Winslet for Little Children. 49abcnews.com has scheduled the following chats with Keith leading up to the Oscars’ live broadcast February 25.

  • February 16 – Chat about best actress nominations
  • February 23 – Chat about best picture
Submit your question to Keith. And make sure to watch the Oscars which will be broadcast on 49 ABC at 7 p.m. (for Road to the Oscars) Februrary 25. The Oscars begin at 7:30 p.m. Watch Good Morning Kansas each Friday for movie reviews from Keith Van Sickle. Missed this morning's review, get it online. Submit a question

Chat with Film Critic Keith Van Sickle about Oscar nominations for best actor.

Friday, February 9, 2007, 12:00 p.m.

And the nominees for Actor in a Leading Role are: Leonardo DiCaprio for Blood Diamond, Ryan Gosling for Half Nelson, Peter O’Toole for Venus, Will Smith for The Pursuit of Happyness and Forest Whitaker for The Last King of Scotland. 49abcnews.com has scheduled the following chats with Keith leading up to the Oscars’ live broadcast February 25.

  • February 9 – Chat about best actor nominations
  • February 16 – Chat about best actress nominations
  • February 23 – Chat about best picture
Submit your question to Keith, and then log on for a discussion about the roles and films that have earned high acclaim in Hollywood. And on February 25, watch the Oscars to find out if your favorites have won. The Oscars’ live broadcast will be aired on Channel 49, your local ABC affiliate. Keith Van Sickle appears each Friday on Good Morning Kansas when he reviews movies opening in theaters. Submit a question

Chat with Santa Claus Monday about Christmas traditions, gift lists and holiday preparations.

Monday, December 18, 2006, 3:30 p.m.

Santa Claus is taking a break from toy making and reindeer tending to answer your questions. He'll visit with you at 3:30 Monday right here on 49abcnews.com. So, gather 'round the computer Monday afternoon and ask Santa your questions on all things Christmas, including Old St. Nick's holiday travels and traditions. You might even find out who's been naughty and who's been nice. But, don't expect to find out what presents you're getting because Santa is saving those surprises for the big day. Submit a question

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