One Hundred and One Nights (1995)

In the heart of cinema's rich tapestry, we find Camille Miralis, a passionate student of film, unveiled as the chosen companion of a living legend - Monsieur Simon Cinéma. As Monsieur Cinéma's memories begin to fade, Camille is tasked with the poignant duty of rekindling the centenarian's past - a chronicle woven from one hundred and one years of cinematic mastery. In the grandeur of Monsieur Cinéma's secluded villa, Camille becomes the conduit through which he relives his illustrious career, her narratives painting vivid scenes of the countless movies he has crafted. Their shared journey through the annals of film history is punctuated by visits from an array of movie stars, including the charming Marcello Mastroianni, the enigmatic Alain Delon, and Monsieur Cinéma's former muses, Jeanne Moreau and Hanna Schygulla. These encounters breathe life back into the old man, his villa once again resonating with the vibrant energy of the silver screen. However, amidst the glamour and nostalgia, darker motives lurk as Camille discovers that some youthful admirers are more attracted to Monsieur Cinéma's wealth than his cinematic wisdom. Simultaneously, Camille's own life becomes a script, as she and her ambitious boyfriend, Mica, plan to use their friend Vincent, recently returned from India, to pose as Monsieur Cinéma's long-lost grandson. Their plot aims to secure the inheritance, which would provide the funds needed for Mica's own film dreams. As these parallel narratives unfold, they gradually converge into a captivating climax. The line between reality and cinema blurs, and Monsieur Cinéma finds himself cast in an unexpected role within the filmic creation of the young aspirants. One Hundred and One Nights is a mesmerizing exploration of the interplay between memory, illusion, and the timeless magic of cinema.

One Hundred and One Nights is a comedy movie featuring Michel Piccoli.

One Hundred and One Nights is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.