‘High Desert’ Review: Patricia Arquette Is Hilarious in Raymond Chandler-Esque Ode To Desert Weirdness
When people think of the desert of Southern California, they often think of Palm Springs with its grand mid century mansions, replete with sleek breeze blocks, teal atomic doors, and pool parties that go all night as the palm trees sway against the mountain landscape. It’s in this kind of idyllic space where we first meet Peggy (Patricia Arquette, “Severance”), in her desert finery hosting a Thanksgiving party for her extended family.