Palm Springs — A loop with no clear exit

Spoiler-free review.

The film follows two people stuck reliving the same day, unable to escape or change their fate. Their relationship evolves with each reset, but the story leans on easy solutions rather than real consequences. Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti have good chemistry, but it feels more like a setup for the premise than something that naturally develops.

The jokes get reused too much, losing their punch as the loops keep going. The time loop feels more like a puzzle to solve than an emotional challenge to endure. The film’s pacing slows down when it focuses more on new ideas than on developing the characters.

Samberg’s humor is best when it’s light and quick, but it wears thin as the plot repeats. Milioti shows vulnerability, but her character often seems to be reacting rather than taking action. Supporting actors like J. K. Simmons add some depth, but their roles don’t get much use in the story.

The film has charm but also repetition, and it never really decides which one to focus on. It’s a fun idea with a lot of potential, but it doesn’t fully deliver on the emotional side. The time loop is still interesting, even if it doesn’t quite reach the emotional impact it aims for.

2020 · English. Film details · Poster source · Artwork © its respective rights holders.

— Desly