Olivier Albou

Olivier Albou’s filmography is a bit of a rollercoaster, honestly. You’ve got “The Last Mercenary” (2021) in there, which basically throws you into this wild, off-the-wall action comedy zone—think high-octane chases, one-liners that land (most of the time), and a story that refuses to take itself too seriously. The vibe? Totally rooted in that pulpy, throwback action style, but with enough tongue-in-cheek humor that you’re never quite sure if you’re meant to laugh or gasp. Jean-Claude Van Damme does his thing—kicking, mugging for the camera, and somehow making you care about a plot that’s equal parts absurd and endearing. Then there’s “Adorables” (2020). Complete 180. Gone is the action; in comes the chaos of family life. This one’s all about the messy, hilarious, sometimes straight-up cringey relationship between a mother and her teenage daughter. It’s awkward, it’s loud, it’s real—every fight feels just a little too familiar, like Albou’s been spying on your living room during a family meltdown. The comedy’s clever, playing with generational misunderstandings and the weird little ways parents and kids drive each other nuts. Don’t forget “Faut pas lui dire” (2016) either. This is more of a girls-night-out, secrets-and-lies kind of deal. Four women. One wedding. A secret that’s almost too big to keep. The whole thing bubbles with that fizzy, French rom-com energy—gossip, wine, questionable life choices, and lots of heart. Albou’s work? Never boring. Each film’s got its own flavor, but they all tap into those universal messes—family, love, chaos—that make life actually worth watching.