This weekend was Easter, and the writer reminisces about past Easter traditions with their children, such as hunting for chocolate eggs and dyeing hard-boiled eggs. They share fond memories of Easter walks in the woods, where the children believed they saw the Easter Bunny. Now that their children are teenagers, the writer longs for those simpler times of childhood wonder and gullibility.
The article then transitions to the new movies and shows available for streaming and in theaters over the weekend. The writer highlights some exciting releases, including “A Gentleman In Moscow” on Paramount+ with Showtime, “Parish” on AMC, “STEVE!” on Apple TV+, “We Were The Lucky Ones” on Hulu, “The Beautiful Game” on Netflix, and all six seasons of “Vikings” also on Netflix. They also mention the addition of both volumes of Kill Bill and all three Hunger Games movies on Netflix, along with the Japanese film Battle Royale on Prime Video.
The writer also provides updates on ongoing shows they are watching or covering, such as “X-Men 97” on Disney+, “3 Body Problem” on Netflix, “Palm Royale” on Apple TV+, “Shogun” on FX/Hulu, “The Regime” on HBO/Max, and “Resident Alien” on Peacock. They share their thoughts on these shows and recommend them to their audience, as well as mentioning other pieces they have written recently.
As the writer reflects on their viewing choices for the weekend and shares some personal anecdotes, they invite their readers to engage with them on social media and share what they are watching. Overall, the article provides a roundup of the new and ongoing shows and movies available for streaming and in theaters, giving readers a glimpse of what to expect and offering personal insights into their own viewing habits and preferences. With a mix of historical dramas, crime thrillers, and feel-good films, there is something for everyone to enjoy over the weekend.
