New Year’s Eve is a great time to catch up on movies. Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Amazon Prime and Peacock have a whole bunch of offerings — from awards contenders to rom-coms. Plus, many of this weekend’s releases are marking anniversaries — from an Oscar juggernaut to the heist comedy that’s made us all laugh.
1. Watch In IMAX
IMAX isn’t just an extra ticket price; it’s a viewing experience. IMAX screens are gigantic, and movies are projected on them using high-resolution digital projectors. Combined with powerful, precise sound, the result is an immersive cinematic experience. It’s the kind of thing that makes you feel like you’re part of the action in a big-budget blockbuster or at the center of an adventure in a sci-fi saga. You can feel the beats of a pounding song or the power of a huge explosion.
It’s so immersive that a few movies have been filmed specifically for the format, including Christopher Nolan’s new film, Oppenheimer. There are 30 IMAX 70mm locations in the world and Nolan is pushing to have the movie screened there. There are also IMAX Laser and Xenon screens, but Nolan wants the movie to be shown in 70mm — for now, at least.
2. Make It A date
While ดูหนังใหม่ with a significant other, it is important to maintain a level of conversation that is respectful and appropriate for the context. Talking about specific scenes, character interactions, and the film’s themes can help you understand each other more and create opportunities for deeper discussions that strengthen your intellectual and emotional bond. Choosing films that span several genres is a fun way to introduce new topics for discussion and keep the date night experience fresh. Dramas and coming of age movies like Moonlight are great for evoking deep emotions while comedy movies can provide light-hearted entertainment.
It is also helpful to make the cinema a more intimate setting by bringing snacks and drinks for your date. Sharing is a small but meaningful gesture and can be a nice way to show appreciation for your partner. It is also an opportunity to break gender stereotypes such as the idea that men should pay for dates.
3. Watch With Friends
If you’re not in the mood to brave a movie theater full of armfuls of overpriced food and beverages, most video streaming services have a way to watch movies with friends from a distance. Many of them even include text and video chat. For example, Hulu has a feature called Watch Together that allows up to 8 people to stream the same movie from anywhere with a subscription to one of its higher-tier subscription plans (Hulu No Ads or Hulu + Live TV). Amazon Prime Video also offers a similar feature via its Prime Video Watch Together app for Android and iOS devices and the web.
Most of these services sync the video for everyone watching it, so if someone pauses the movie, it gets paused for all viewers. A few of them, like Scener, even offer text and video chat. They work with a variety of video streaming services including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+ and more.
4. Rent It From Amazon
Streaming movies with Amazon Prime Video is a great option for anyone who wants to watch a new movie. Just log in to your account on the web or app, search for the movie you want, and select a rental option. Then choose a viewing period. Rented titles remain in your video library for 30 days or until you start watching them, whichever comes first.
You can also rent movies without an Amazon Prime subscription, but they aren’t always available. If you want to own a movie for the long term, consider purchasing it instead of renting. Buying it grants you unlimited playback, and it’s permanent once you watch it. You’ll find the option to purchase a film on its movie info page or in your purchases tab in the app. This week’s releases include a gripping thriller, an inventive sci-fi, and Martin Scorsese’s Oscar-worthy epic.
Conclusion
As we prepare to say goodbye to 2023, use the rest of your time to catch up on some great new movies. Streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Peacock are adding everything from award-winners to guilty pleasures.
