Launched on September 25, Paolo is the first series by French director Sébastien Marnier. The series blends elements of thriller, social critique, and horror atmosphere, aiming to unsettle viewers through its exploration of moral codes and political themes. According to Marnier, horror is "intimately political," and Paolo distinguishes itself by directly addressing the political and social context in which its characters evolve. This realistic approach contributes to the series' ability to instill fear, which Marnier identifies as a key attraction of the genre. In an interview with AlloCiné, Marnier discussed the challenges of making viewers shudder in an era saturated with violent imagery from social networks. He noted a uniformity in contemporary horror cinema, which he believes lacks political content. Marnier emphasized that his interest in horror is tied to its political dimension and the worldview of the author. He highlighted the advantages of the series format, which allows for detours and alternative paths in imagery and staging, keeping viewers surprised and engaged. Marnier was asked why he would inject political themes into a purely horrific story, to which he responded that he would like to do so and hopes to achieve it. He cited Vermines, a film featuring Jérôme Niel's first leading role, as an example of a successful horror film with a clear political subtext. However, Marnier also admitted that the horror film he is currently writing may not be purely a horror film, stating it may not be his destiny to create one. A new episode of Paolo is broadcast every Friday on the HBO Max platform.