I have always found Holy Week and Triduum liturgies to be powerful and moving -- even back in the 1960s when I was growing up.  I think most Catholics fail to understand what Good Friday is all about -- the spirituality of the liturgy that day is framed by the use of St. John's Passion narrative and the veneration of a cross (NOT a crucifix).  Having a decent English translation of the presidential prayers (which we do NOT have, at present), also helps.