Scoop of the Day
Sani has released the debut trailer for One of Them Days, which is described as an R-rated family buddy comedy featuring the talented artists Keke Palmer and SZA.
What to expect when film debuts..
The film follows best friends and roommates Dreux (Keke Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA) as they face a challenging day. According to the logline, when they find out that Alyssa’s boyfriend has spent their rent money, the pair embarks on a hilarious race against time to avoid eviction and preserve their friendship.
The trailer showcases the lengths to which both friends will go to secure their rent money. It highlights various antics, including donating blood, applying for a loan despite having a low credit score, and even climbing a telephone pole to get a brand-new pair of expensive Jordans.
Behind the Scenes
Lawrence Lamont is making his directorial debut with the new film, which features a script written by Syreeta Singleton. The project also has the involvement of the well-known creative Issa Rae, who is contributing her expansive ideas to the film. Over the years, Singleton and Lamont have collaborated closely, notably on Rae’s earlier work, “Rap Sh!t,” where Singleton served as the showrunner.
Casting
SZA and Keke Palmer will be joined in the new film by a cast that includes Lil Rel Howery, Janelle James, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Patrick Cage, Katt Williams, Joshua Neal, and Aziza Scott. In August, Variety also announced additional cast members, including Dewayne Perkins, Amin Joseph, Gabrielle Dennie, and Dominique Perry.