Roman politician and antagonist seeking power and Olympic victory.
The narcissistic and charismatic serial killer protagonist. He openly discusses his crimes, targets vulnerable individuals like the elderly and postmen, and gradually involves a film crew in his murders. After his family is killed in revenge, he attempts to flee but is shot dead by an off-camera gunman.
A wealthy aristocrat who owns a country estate, Étienne Balsan becomes Gabrielle's lover after she leaves the provincial town. He introduces her to his social circle, where she encounters Arthur 'Boy' Capel and Émilienne d'Alençon. Although he offers marriage to keep Gabrielle from Capel, his possessiveness and revelation about Capel's engagement ultimately fail to control her choices.
A retired Royal Pack superhero with Parkinson's disease, Monté Carlo still hopes to return to active duty. His archives help Moreau connect the fire crimes to Brasero, and he later explains Moreau's past to Schaltzmann. He assists the group in locating and confronting Naja, including posing as a patient to gather information from Caghieri.
A former swimming champion who is the driving force behind the creation of the men's synchronized swimming team. He is loud, boastful, and desperate to relive his past glory. He has a lover and is one of the most competitive members of the group.
Marc Beaulieu is the central protagonist, first meeting Sylvie during a lonely night after missing his train, then failing to keep their appointment. Years later he becomes a tax inspector, marries Sophie, and builds a stable life while unresolved feelings for Sylvie continue to place emotional pressure on his marriage.
A prison guard who handles Moltès's weekly lottery tickets and delivers them to his wife. He is taken hostage and forced to accompany Moltès after the gangster escapes prison.
The protagonist and owner of a small chocolate factory. He is highly emotional and suffers from pathological timidity, which complicates his professional and personal life until he meets someone who shares his emotional makeup.
A wealthy billionaire and the primary host of the summer gathering at his luxurious Saint-Tropez mansion. When sabotage and threatening letters disrupt his vacation, he takes matters into his own hands by hiring a detective, setting off the central mystery.
Kéria's father who works at a palm oil plantation in Borneo. He lives with his daughter and helps her rescue an orangutan, later joining the fight against deforestation.
Appears in the provided cast list as Paul-André Delalande, portrayed by Benoît Poelvoorde. Listed as one of the starring actors in the film.
Bruno takes a break from work to follow the wine route with his father, hoping to win at the fair while resisting his father's drinking and advice. His visit to a seriously ill former partner revives painful memories, but the journey gradually helps him speak more honestly and reconnect with his father.
Benoît Poelvoorde has 109 screen credits in a career dating back to 1987. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Ce soir, c'est Palmashow Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Man Bites Dog, How to Make a Killing, 3 Hearts. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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