Imagine a movie so captivating that it achieves the nearly impossible: a flawless 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. That’s exactly what the new fantasy film 100 Nights of Hero has done, joining an elite club that even blockbuster favorites like The Dark Knight and Black Panther couldn’t crack. But here’s where it gets controversial: can a movie truly be perfect, or is it just a numbers game waiting for one dissenting voice to shatter the illusion? After all, Paddington 2 famously lost its 100% rating over a single controversial review. So, what makes 100 Nights of Hero stand out in 2025, a year where perfect scores remain as rare as ever?
Adapted from Isabel Greenberg’s acclaimed graphic novel The One Hundred Nights of Hero, this historical fantasy romance is directed by Julia Jackman and boasts a star-studded cast. Emma Corrin (The Crown), Nicholas Galitzine (Red, White & Royal Blue), Maika Monroe (It Follows), and even pop sensation Charli XCX bring this bold, queer, and feminist tale to life. Inspired by the timeless “One Thousand and One Nights” folktale, the story follows Cherry (Monroe) and her quick-witted maid, Hero (Corrin), as they navigate the arrival of a dangerously charming visitor, Manfred (Galitzine).
Premiering at the Venice Film Festival, the film has already sparked glowing reviews. Next Best Picture hailed it as “a cinematic feast of humor, emotion, and rebellion,” while Little White Lies praised its breakneck pace. Yet, not everyone is sold on every aspect. Screen International noted that Charli XCX’s cameo, while profile-boosting, felt like a less interesting addition to an otherwise “enjoyable and unashamedly camp queer parable.” And this is the part most people miss: even with a 100% score, critics like Clotilde Chinnici of Loud and Clear Reviews pointed out “narrative and storytelling faults,” though they still called it a must-watch for historical fantasy fans.
So, is 100 Nights of Hero truly perfect, or is its flawless score a testament to the subjectivity of art? And does Charli XCX’s cameo elevate or distract from the film’s core message? Let us know in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take on this rare cinematic achievement. One thing’s for sure: with its December release in U.S. theaters via IFC, this fantasy film is poised to spark conversations long after the credits roll.
