Jean Odoutan
ActingAbout Jean Odoutan
Jean Odoutan (born in 1965) is a comedian, film director, composer, actor, screenwriter and executive movie producer from the African country of Benin. He is also the creator of a film festival, the Quintessence International Film Festival of Ouidah. Odoutan moved to Paris, France as a teenager, at the age of fifteen in 1980. Soon after, he began working in the film industry. Jean Odoutan has been involved in many films, either as actor, director or producer. Many of his movies have been critically acclaimed and he has been guest of honor at many film festivals, including the 2001 Reunion Film Festival. Among the movies he has participated are: Barbecue Pejo (2000); Djib (2000, as director and screenwriter); La Valse des Gros Derrieres (2004, as director and screenwriter). Source: Article "Jean Odoutan" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.
Jean Odoutan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jean Odoutan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jean Odoutan's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 17% of Jean Odoutan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains L.627, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jean Odoutan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jean Odoutan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jean Odoutan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Pim-Pim Tché – Toast de vie | Courage | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Mama Aloko | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Djib | Monsieur Explorer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Peugeot Barbecue | Boubacar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | L.627 | Mamadou Diop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Marche à l'ombre | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jean Odoutan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jean Odoutan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean Odoutan is "L.627" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Jean Odoutan acted in?
Jean Odoutan has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jean Odoutan?
Other notable films include "Marche à l'ombre", "Peugeot Barbecue", and "Pim-Pim Tché – Toast de vie".