One of Them Days (2025)★ 6.8/10

Some of the film’s comedic elements stray too far from realism. For instance, the scene where Alyssa tries to retrieve shoes from a power line and nearly gets electrocuted might be funny, but it feels contrived. The third act also falters—its antagonist is too thinly drawn to build real tension, leaving the climax emotionally underwhelming.

Keke Palmer is unforgettable as Drex. She captures the exhaustion of a woman under constant pressure, yet infuses the role with wit and resilience. Whether thinking on her feet or navigating chaos, Palmer brings Drex to life with nuanced expressions and authenticity. Meanwhile, SZA makes a surprisingly strong acting debut, embodying Alyssa’s impulsive charm and carefree spirit with ease.

"One of Them Days" is a must-watch comedy for fans of urban friendship tales. It uses humor to reveal life’s frustrations and pressures, striking a chord with audiences. Amid the laughter, the film underscores the value of friendship, making for an entertaining and heartfelt experience.

"One of Them Days" showcases its musical pedigree with a standout soundtrack that perfectly complements each scene. The tense moments are heightened by fast-paced rhythms, while tender scenes of friendship and daily life are enriched by warm, soothing melodies.

The film’s vibe is complemented by the stunning performances of its lead actresses. It tells the story of two best friends racing against time to scrape together rent money. It’s humorous yet insightful, offering a glimpse into the daily struggles of Black communities. The carefree, live-in-the-moment attitude of the characters mirrors the outlook of many young people today.

Beneath its seemingly eccentric comedic exterior, this film cleverly highlights the challenges faced by modern Black women. The outlandish plot is tied together with sharp writing, and the heartfelt depiction of sisterhood and romantic relationships makes it a compelling watch. It’s quirky yet poignant in its storytelling.

Comedies have become more of a rarity these days. When I first saw the trailer for ONE OF THEM DAYS, I thought it might not be aimed at me. Curiosity got the better of me, I gave it a chance. I’m happy I did. It follows two best friends Dreux (Keke Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA) who are forced to come up with their rent money by the end of the day because Alyssa gave it to her leech of a f***boy Keshawn (Joshua Neal). Things get more complicated when their hunt takes them all around their neighborhood. This was a very fun movie. Not all of the jokes landed with me, but a good majority of them did. There are two things that make this movie worth seeing. The chemistry and comedic timing between Palmer and SZA were palpable. I believed they were best friends, no matter what mistakes they made (there were a lot). The second thing was the side characters. Most of them were hilarious, all of them felt relatable and surprisingly fleshed out. Detailing them would go into spoiler territory, and I don’t go there. Buddy comedies are always good if the heart of it is the relationship between the two protagonists. I find it hard to believe this is SZA’s first acting gig. Go see this movie, at least ONE OF THEM DAYS.

Juega a cumplir a cabalidad los cánones del cine indie estadounidense, centrándose por caminos recorridos por Sean Baker, pero el resultado aquí es estúpidamente convencional y edulcorado como las grandes producciones de la industria.

"Un día de esos", estrenada en 2025 y dirigida con soltura por Lawrence Lamont, es una comedia urbana que retrata con chispa y calidez esos momentos caóticos que todos hemos vivido... o temido vivir. En el centro de la historia están Dreux y Alyssa, dos amigas entrañables que comparten apartamento y enfrentan una catástrofe económica cuando descubren que el novio de Alyssa ha despilfarrado el dinero del alquiler. Lo que sigue es una serie de enredos alocados, decisiones desesperadas y situaciones que rozan lo absurdo mientras tratan de evitar ser desalojadas.

Keke Palmer y SZA, quien sorprende en su primer papel actoral, se adueñan de la pantalla con química vibrante y mucho carisma. Su dinámica da vida a un guion que, aunque se apoya en el humor, también aborda realidades duras como las tensiones económicas y las injusticias cotidianas que enfrentan tantas personas jóvenes hoy. A su alrededor, un reparto secundario estelar —con Katt Williams, Lil Rel Howery y Maude Apatow— aporta aún más sabor al vecindario pintoresco donde se desarrolla esta historia.

Visualmente, la película es ágil y estilizada, con una narrativa que se siente como un torbellino de 24 horas donde todo puede salir mal... y de alguna manera, también bien. Lamont encuentra el equilibrio justo entre lo ligero y lo serio, mostrando que las comedias también pueden decir mucho sin perder la sonrisa.

Desde su estreno, Un día de esos ha recibido críticas muy positivas, destacando su enfoque honesto, su diversidad auténtica y su manera fresca de reírse de las crisis sin trivializarlas. En medio del caos, lo que queda es el retrato de una amistad inquebrantable y la idea de que, aunque todo parezca irse al traste, con ingenio y apoyo mutuo, uno puede salir adelante.

Algunos de los elementos cómicos de la película se alejan demasiado del realismo. Por ejemplo, la escena en la que Alyssa intenta recoger unos zapatos de un cable de alta tensión y casi se electrocuta puede ser divertida, pero resulta muy ficticia. El tercer acto también flaquea: su antagonista está demasiado poco desarrollado como para crear una tensión real, lo que hace que el clímax sea emocionalmente decepcionante.

Alguns dos elementos cômicos do filme se afastam muito do realismo. Por exemplo, a cena em que Alyssa tenta recuperar os sapatos de um fio de energia e quase é eletrocutada pode ser engraçada, mas parece artificial. O terceiro ato também vacila — seu antagonista é muito tênue para criar tensão real, deixando o clímax emocionalmente desanimador.