A variety of new content is coming to streaming services, including a concert special featuring Billy Joel celebrating his residency at Madison Square Garden and a short film by Pedro Almodóvar titled “Strange Way of Life,” starring Ethan Hawke and Pedro Pascal. Additionally, a sequel to the documentary “Food, Inc.,” a reboot of “Dora the Explorer,” and Linkin Park’s first greatest hits collection are among the offerings worth checking out. The film “The Greatest Hits” follows a woman who experiences random time travel when familiar songs play on the radio, while “Strange Way of Life” explores the relationship between two cowboys who were once lovers. “Food, Inc. 2” takes a fresh look at the current state of food in the U.S., focusing on farmworkers’ rights and the impact of corporate consolidation and processed foods.
On the music front, Billy Joel’s concert special, “The 100th: Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden,” will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ on April 14. Linkin Park is also releasing their first career-spanning greatest hits collection, “Papercuts (Singles Collection 2000 – 2003),” which includes a previously unreleased track. Rhiannon Giddens pays tribute to Alice Randall with a cover on the compilation album “My Black Country: The Songs of Alice Randall,” showcasing the contributions of Black female country musicians. The show “Patti Stanger: The Matchmaker” features dating expert Patti Stanger and former “Bachelor” contestant Nick Viall helping single people find love. The classic children’s character “Dora the Explorer” returns in a new CG animated series on Paramount+.
In the realm of television, HBO has adapted Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “The Sympathizer” into a series that premieres on April 14. The show follows a North Vietnamese spy working in the South Vietnamese army who relocates to the U.S. after the Vietnam War. On the gaming front, the Australian studio Drop Bear Bytes is releasing the role-playing game “Broken Roads,” inspired by classic adventures like Fallout and Wasteland. Players must make tough decisions reflecting different philosophies as they navigate a post-apocalyptic Outback. Devolver Digital’s “Children of the Sun” follows a protagonist seeking revenge against a cult, utilizing psychic powers to manipulate bullets in a tactical puzzle-like gameplay experience.
Overall, there is a diverse range of new content arriving on various platforms, from music collections to film festivals. Viewers and gamers have a lot to look forward to, with an array of genres and styles to satisfy every taste. Whether you’re a fan of classic rock, documentary films, or post-apocalyptic video games, there’s something new and exciting for everyone to enjoy. Keep an eye out for these releases and immerse yourself in the creativity and storytelling of the entertainment world.
