Lolo

On a sun drenched break along the south of France, Violette, a chic Parisian with a taste for life, meets Jean-René, an IT geek who loves to live in the moment. They feel an immediate connection, and by summer’s end he heads to Paris to be with her. Back in the city, their easygoing romance is tested when Lolo, Violette’s nineteen year old son, proves fiercely loyal to his mother and wary of the new man in her life. He uses stubborn insistence and sharp humor to throw a wrench into their plans. The film uses this setup to examine desire, family boundaries and modern romance through comedy.

Directed by Julie Delpy with Eugénie Grandval credited as creator, Lolo arrived in 2015 with a strong comedic pedigree. The cast includes Dany Boon as Jean Rene, Vincent Lacoste as Lolo, Karin Viard as Ariane and Delpy herself as Violette. It blends intimate dialogue with situational humor, a hallmark of Delpy's sensibility.

Critics respond to the film with a light touch that leans on dialogue and social misfires rather than big set pieces. The central dynamic; romance tested by a possessive son gives the comedy shape, inviting reflections on independence, family ties and the quirks of modern romance. Some viewers may find the humor a touch coy, but it rings true for relationships at a crossroads.

The ensemble features Dany Boon as the earnest Jean Rene, Vincent Lacoste as Lolo, Karin Viard as Ariane and Delpy as Violette. Boon brings breezy charm, Lacoste channels protective intensity, Viard grounds the humor with pragmatism, and Delpy threads warmth through her lead performance.

Set against sunlit coastlines and city nights, the comedy balances lighthearted pranks with sharp dialogue. The pacing stays brisk, letting character clashes and awkward exchanges fuel the humor, while the film preserves a playful tone that fits Delpy's sensibility and the cast's energy.