One of Them Days: A Hilarious Adventure
One of Them Days is a 2025 American female buddy comedy film directed by Lawrence Lamont and written by Syreeta Singleton. The film stars Keke Palmer as Dreux Jones and SZA (in her feature film debut) as Alyssa, with Katt Williams also in a prominent role.
Plot Summary:
The story follows best friends and roommates Dreux and Alyssa, who live together in a rundown apartment complex. When their landlord demands the rent money of $1500 on the first of the month, they realize that their boyfriend, Keshawn, has taken the money and disappeared. In a race against time to avoid eviction, the duo embarks on a series of hilarious and chaotic adventures to retrieve the money and keep their friendship intact.
Key Events:
- Confrontation with Keshawn: Dreux and Alyssa track Keshawn down at Berniece’s place, where a confrontation ensues.
- Loan Bank Rejection: They visit a loan bank but are rejected due to low credit scores.
- Blood Donation Center: Dreux attempts to donate blood for money but ends up fainting, leading to an altercation with the nurse.
- Fast Food Encounter: They run into Maniac at a fast food restaurant, who helps them come up with a plan.
- Electrocution Incident: Alyssa gets electrocuted while trying to retrieve a pair of Air Jordans left on a landline.
- Selling the Jordans: They manage to sell the Jordans for $1500, just in time for Dreux’s job interview.
- Final Showdown: Berniece and Keshawn track them down, leading to a final confrontation.
Themes:
The film explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the lengths people will go to in order to help each other out in times of need. It balances humor and heart, offering a fun and entertaining experience for viewers.
Release and Reception:
“One of Them Days” was released on January 17, 2025, by Sony Pictures Releasing. The film has received positive reviews from critics, praising its vibrant visuals, quirky characters, and strong performances by the cast.