Resort to Love (2021)

Resort to Love is the kind of rom-com that knows exactly what it’s there to do: whisk you somewhere gorgeous, give you a heroine you can root for, and let the music and sunshine smooth out life’s rough edges for a while. Christina Milian brings an easy charm and a little bruised vulnerability to Erica, making her career stumble and romantic baggage feel relatable rather than melodramatic, while Jay Pharoah adds welcome comedic spark and the island resort setting does half the flirting for the film. The vibe is breezy, colorful, and comfortingly predictable in the best way—more “vacation movie night” than high-stakes drama—so you can relax into the laughs, the chemistry, and the sing-along moments. If you’re craving surprises or bite, this may feel slight, but if you want a warm, escapist crowd-pleaser that leaves you smiling, it’s a lovely little getaway.

Resort to Love is trying to be a breezy, sun-soaked rom-com with a pop-star comeback angle and just enough wedding chaos to keep things moving. The problem is it plays almost entirely on autopilot: you can see the turns coming a mile away, and the story rarely finds a fresh twist or any real emotional bite. The resort setting should feel like escapism, but the visuals often land closer to glossy TV-movie than cinematic getaway, and some supporting bits are hit-or-miss. Still, Christina Milian’s charm and the easy playlist energy make it decent background comfort viewing—just don’t go in expecting surprises or sparks that linger after the credits.