Known for Production
Albin Sallansonnet was born on August 30, 1979, in Geneva, Switzerland. He is an independent film producer who has made a significant impact across several genres, including action, martial arts, fantasy, adventure, horror, and science fiction. His work is often driven by a deep sense of nostalgia, with a focus on producing films inspired by classic old-school cinema from the 1960s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. In the action and martial arts genre, Sallansonnet has produced films that pay tribute to the spirit of 1980s and 1990s American action cinema. These include The Last Kumite, a martial arts tournament film in the tradition of Bloodsport and Kickboxer, and Lion Fist, another action-packed martial arts film that captures the spirit and energy of classic 1980s martial arts cinema. His credits also include Black Creek, a martial arts western blending frontier grit with hand-to-hand combat, and Commando Ninja 2: Invasion America, a wild, retro-inspired sequel packed with over-the-top action and nostalgic flair. In the medieval fantasy genre, he has worked on titles such as Mythica: Stormbound, Devil's Knight, and the 80s sword-and-sorcery homages The Slave and the Sorcerer, Grunk the Smasher and the reboot of Deathstalker. He also produced The Reign of Queen Ginnarra, a dark fantasy film with strong gothic and Lovecraftian overtones. In the horror genre, Sallansonnet’s productions span a wide range of subgenres. His credits include Shelby Oaks, a supernatural mystery with psychological elements, and Bakemono, a creature feature rooted in body horror, with a distinctive Japanese atmosphere and sensibility. He also worked with Megan Tremethick on Spoiling You, a psychological horror film that pays homage to the tradition and unsettling atmosphere of Japanese J-Horror. He is also collaborating with the legendary Amicus label on In the Grip of Terror, a gothic horror film that evokes the chilling atmosphere of vintage British horror. Throughout his career, Albin Sallansonnet has established himself as a versatile and passionate producer, committed to creating films that honor the legacy of classic old-school cinema while captivating modern audiences.
Born
August 30, 1979 (age 47)
Birthplace
Geneva, Switzerland
Filmography
36 films


The Apex Predators Club
2026 · 1h 30m · US
On a remote island where the rich hunt monsters, the game flips when the hunters become prey. With savage beasts closing in and no escape, survival is the only rule. Welcome to The Apex Predators Club.


Cursed Waters
2026 · 1h 33m · US
Shipwrecked pirates fleeing the Navy wash ashore on a remote island, only to discover it's home to a bloodthirsty cult guarding secrets no one was meant to find. Now survival means escaping both the law and something far worse.


Grunk The Smasher
2026 · US
In an age of grim violence and gore-drenched savagery, a brave warrior embarks on an epic adventure to rescue a beautiful harem girl from the clutches of insidious evil. Journey with Grunk as he braves the Catacombs of Madness, bargains with fiendish witches, and smashes strange and fantastic creatures in his quest to quench his lusty barbarian appetites.


Lion Fist
2026 · 1h 31m · US
Martial arts fighter Joe goes to prison for four years and takes his wife's blame for a drug bust. After his release, he learns that his son needs expensive surgery because of a life-threatening tumor. Joe's only chance to save him: a brutal all-styles tournament with a $100,000 prize.


Rise of the Footsoldier: Retribution
2026 · 1h 52m · UK
Tate battles ruthless mercenaries throughout Ibiza as he avenges his friend's death. Get ready for the biggest and most action packed film in the successful independent crime saga.


Alien Storm
2026 · 1h 14m · US
A father, businessman and secret doomsday prepper escorts people to the safety of his bunker – actually an underground house – when a massive and potentially deadly fog descends and cuts the power at his home.


In the Grip of Terror
2025 · 1h 45m · UK
Travellers arrive at a mysterious hospital, met by the eerie Dr Graves. Inside, unsettling stories unfold, secrets emerge, and life and death blur as each visitor's tale reveals increasingly haunting truths.


Devil's Knight
2024 · 1h 30m · US
In the medieval world of Veroka, monsters and demons alike roam and terrorize humankind. The Bone Devil has plagued the Kingdom of Remény for years. After a group of trackers fails to kill the creature, King Samuel decides to bring in an elite group of monster hunters. These hunters must use every skill they have obtained from around the globe to destroy this ancient evil. Will they be enough, or will the Bone Devil continue its reign of terror?


Arena Wars
2024 · 1h 36m · US
In 2045 convicted criminals are given the opportunity to compete on the world's #1 televised sporting event, Arena Wars. They must survive 7 rooms and 7 of the most vicious killers in the country. If they win, they regain their freedom.


The Last Kumite
2024 · 1h 45m · DE
When shady businessman Ron Hall kidnaps his daughter, retired karate champion Michael Rivers is forced to enter a deadly illegal Kumite tournament in Bulgaria. Enlisting the help of seasoned trainers Master Loren and Julie Jackson, he discovers other fighters face the same desperate struggle to save their loved ones.