Christopher review: A stylish Mammootty and a socially relevant theme

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By Arjun Ramachandran

February 9, 2023

Mammootty plays Christopher, a DSP in the Kerala Police. Christopher is dangerous, taking extreme steps while investigating cases.

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The film’s story deals with many cases, mainly heinous rapes, and how Christopher comes to be connected to these cases.

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Director B Unnikrishnan uses the actor’s stardom to the fullest to draw crowds to the theatres and to entertain them.

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Writer Udaykrishna gives reference to the Nirbhaya case. The movie talks about the extrajudicial killings and police encounters that have happened in the country.

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Udaykrishna is critical of the system of the country. Christopher also showcases how tainted cops get support from higher officials.

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The rape scenes are highly troubling for the average audience, who might find them difficult to watch.

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Sarathkumar and Sneha have pivotal roles. Tamil actor Vinay Rai plays the main antagonist. Amala Paul gets her share.

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Aishwarya Lekshmi’s role has some meat, but this is not one of her excellent performances. Shine Tom Chacko gets a good role.  The other actors are forgettable.

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Christopher is a technically well-made movie, with a special mention needed for the cinematography by Faiz Siddique.

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The background music by Justin Varghese, particularly in scenes involving Mammootty, gives goosebumps to the actor’s fans.

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Delivered with a socially-relevant theme, it serves as a good comeback for Udaykrishna and B Unnikrishnan.

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