In recent years, the Malayalam film industry has seen a significant transformation, producing magical works with young actors and talented newcomers. However, some prominent filmmakers have stuck to the old formula, leading to a decline in the industry’s reputation. B Unnikrishnan’s latest film, Christopher, is an example of this trend.
The film features Mammootty as a vigilante cop named Christopher, who takes justice into his own hands and kills rape suspects in police encounters. The film tries to justify Christopher’s actions by giving him a backstory and portraying the system as flawed. However, it fails to acknowledge the negative consequences of vigilantism, which can undermine the judicial system’s ability to deliver justice to all.
The movie’s plot is centred around Christopher’s character, who becomes the judge, jury, and executioner for men who rape women and take their lives casually. Christopher’s vigilantism is supported by almost every other character in law enforcement and public office. This plot device serves to justify Christopher’s actions, but it also glosses over the complexities of the judicial system.
The film’s script seems to play into public sentiments instead of delivering a nuanced message about the judicial system’s complexities. This undermines the message of the film and leaves the viewer with a feeling of unease. While every filmmaker has the right to tell their story, Christopher is not a good advertisement for mass vigilantism in films.
Despite the film’s flaws, some of the camera work, the background music, and the performances are noteworthy. Mammootty delivers a credible performance, even for a character as one-note as Christopher. Vinay Rai is stylish and super cool as the antagonist. There is a spark in some of their scenes together. The female characters get the underwritten parts, but Aishwarya Lekshmi stands out.
Additionally, there are several characters in the film who fail to fit their roles convincingly. Amala Paul, who plays the role of a police officer, appears to be a complete misfit in the role, as she lacks the body language and demeanor of a police officer. Her performance is unconvincing, and it is hard to believe that she is a member of the law enforcement agency. This adds to the overall lack of coherence and believability in the movie, making it an unimpressive experience for the viewers.
Additionally, there are several characters in the film who fail to fit their roles convincingly. Amala Paul, who plays the role of a police officer, appears to be a complete misfit in the role, as she lacks the body language and demeanor of a police officer. Her performance is unconvincing, and it is hard to believe that she is a member of the law enforcement agency. This adds to the overall lack of coherence and believability in the movie, making it an unimpressive experience for the viewers.
There are several characters in the film who fail to fit their roles convincingly. Amala Paul, who plays the role of a police officer, appears to be a complete misfit in the role, as she lacks the body language and demeanour of a police officer. Her performance is unconvincing, and it is hard to believe that she is a member of the law enforcement agency. This adds to the overall lack of coherence and believability in the movie, making it an unimpressive experience for the viewers.
Christopher’s unintentional comical moments and underwritten female characters detract from the film’s overall impact. The film’s failure to acknowledge the negative consequences of vigilantism is its biggest flaw. While B Unnikrishnan is a successful filmmaker, Christopher is a movie that undermines the genius of actors like Mammootty. It is essential for these actors to engage themselves with quality movies to avoid spoiling their reputation.
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