Mid-Budget Comedy Revival? One of Them Days Movie Review w/Big Teezus

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐In this episode of I've Been Meaning to Watch That, host Monica is thrilled to welcome back special guest Big Teezus to dive into the hilarious and heartwarming 2024 comedy, One of Them Days. Directed by Lawrence Lamont and written by Serita Singleton, with production by Issa Rae and Macro Studios, the film stars the dynamic duo of Keke Palmer as Dreux and SZA making her acting debut as Alyssa.One of Them Days had special early screenings before its release and is currently available to rent on Prime Video. While specific critical acclaim or box office numbers aren't detailed in our sources, the enthusiastic discussion highlights its positive reception among those who have seen it.Monica and Big Teezus thoroughly break down the film's engaging story, which follows best friends Alyssa and Dreux in South Los Angeles as they embark on a chaotic day trying to recover rent money Alyssa foolishly gave to her boyfriend [44, 27:11]. Their conversation emphasizes the amazing chemistry between Keke Palmer and SZA, with SZA's performance being lauded as natural and effortless.The hosts delve into the relatable themes of financial struggles, the strength of community in South Los Angeles, and the complexities of close friendships. They analyze the characters, including Alyssa's unreliable boyfriend, Kreyshawn, and the supportive presence of Katt Williams' character. The discussion highlights how the movie, while deeply rooted in the Black experience, resonates with broader audiences through its universal themes of friendship and navigating life's challenges. Dreux's ambition and focus, particularly her determination to attend a job interview despite the day's turmoil, is also a key point of analysis.The episode further explores the importance of the theatrical experience versus streaming and voices a desire for more mid-budget comedies like "One of Them Days" to receive strong marketing pushes and longer runs in theaters. The hosts analyze the perceived underwhelming marketing for "One of Them Days" despite its talented cast and positive early reception.Finally, Monica and Big Teezus share their Watch Lists, highlighting upcoming movies and shows they are eager to see, including "Black Bag", "Mickey 17", "Wolf Man", "Anora", "Beauty in Black", and "Paradise".Big Teezus Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@just_liketeezus?lang=enBig Teezus Linktree https://lnk.bio/Just_LikeTeezusPodcast SocialsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ive-Been-Meaning-To-Watch-That-113280083760521/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivebeenmeaning2/Manika's SocialsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1CmokqeLIagz7nYQJfeRIwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdulcio98/Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/manika3000Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manika3000?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1