In a film world where new releases bombard us every week, there is one project that breaks all the rules. In 2015, director Robert Rodriguez and actor John Malkovich completed a film titled 100 Years, which none of us – not even our grandchildren – will see in our lifetime. The premiere is scheduled for November 18, 2115, exactly one hundred years after production was completed. This is no joke, but a brilliant marketing campaign combined with an artistic experiment.
The Origins: A Partnership with a Luxury Cognac
The film was made in partnership with the Louis XIII Cognac brand, produced by Rémy Martin. This exclusive cognac matures for at least one hundred years, which fit the concept of the project perfectly. Malkovich not only wrote the screenplay and played the lead role, but also co-created the vision with Rodriguez. Alongside Malkovich, the cast includes Shuya Chang and Marko Zaror, adding an international flavor to this mysterious production.
The entire film was sealed in a technologically advanced safe, placed in the cellars of Louis XIII in Cognac, France. The safe is programmed to open automatically exactly one hundred years from now. No keys, no codes – only time decides when the content will be revealed. It is like a time capsule for future generations.
No Trailers, No Leaks: Pure Mystery
What makes 100 Years so intriguing? Not a single detail! There is no official trailer, plot summary, or even gossip from the set. Instead, the creators released three „teasers from the future” – short clips showing alternative visions of the world in 2115: one technologically advanced, one retro, and one post-apocalyptic. These teasers reveal nothing about the film itself, but they stir the imagination.
On Reddit and social media, fans speculate: is it a sci-fi story about time travel? Or perhaps a commentary on climate change? One thing is certain – the film remains one of cinema’s greatest mysteries.
Premiere Tickets: A Family Legacy
To build up the atmosphere, exactly 1,000 metal premiere tickets were produced. These unique artifacts were handed out to selected people – celebrities, influencers, and cognac lovers. The tickets are meant to be passed down from generation to generation, becoming a family treasure. Imagine: your great-grandchildren opening the safe in 2115 and watching a film you could not even have imagined!
Why It Matters: A Lesson in Patience in a Fast World
In an era of streaming and instant gratification, 100 Years reminds us of the value of waiting. It is not just a film, but a manifesto against the „here and now” culture. As Malkovich said in an interview: „It is a vision of what may be in 100 years”. The project inspires discussions about heritage, time, and art.
Will the film survive the test of time? Will the safe really open? These questions will remain unanswered for decades. One thing is certain: 100 Years has already secured its place in film history as the most mysterious project of all time.
