Christy

With two major names in the Malayalam literary world - Benyamin and Indugopan - sharing screenplay credits, I wouldn't call it wrong to expect greater depths to the protagonists, a well-etched romance, and some situational humour. But Christy is flat from start to finish; its positives include a soulful score by Govind Vasantha (who infuses a 96 hangover to several scenes) and aesthetically pleasing shots by Anend C Chandran.

Mathew Thomas is okay in the initial portions where he has to play a confused teenager in love with an older woman, but the writing leaves him absymally ruined in the second half. Malavika Mohanan is extremely photogenic, but her dialogue-delivery needs to improve. The dubbing is also bad, and her Malayalam comes off as a bizarre blend of Payyannur slang and an NRI accent, with forced Trivandrum phrases added in. As the titular character, we barely get to know what's going through Christy's mind in various phases of the film. This includes her failed marriage, her thoughts on Roy's abrupt proposal, how she feels about being held by the waist and kissed reluctantly, what she thinks about having to move away from home, and so much more.

Everything that could build to a solid character arc is brushed aside to portray a version of Christy that smiles 99% of the time, courtesy of romanticized clichés such as sudden rains, beach waves, bus rides, and everything customary. Roy's immaturity in love is somehow passed off as something unconditional and great, especially in that tame final act playing out at two different airports. Since the complexity presented here is technical rather than emotionally-affecting, these scenes fail to leave any sort of impression. The bigger blame, no doubt, should be directed towards the bland writing. Also, a Trivandrum-based film strictly needs more Trivandrum-based actors.

A dull movie that crawls at snail pace lacks vigor and entertainment. Christy's character lacked maturity considering her age and education in contrast with that of Roy. Dialogues lack vibrancy.

Story had a good crux, but missed the opportunity to picturize it well. The conduct of the ground handling staff and immigration personals are bizarrely friendly and accommodating that's contrary to reality.

Had the movie cut short at least by 30 minutes, it wouldn't appear so dull.

Mathew's acting is very monotonous and he conducts himself quite the same way I all the movies I watched of his. Casting can be better.

This is a very bad and useless movie, don't even watch it. I got so angry after watching it that I had to download the IMD app and review it. This is a very rubbish movie. I would suggest you never watch such rubbish movies. After watching this movie, I am so angry that I cannot express it. I give zero rating to My Star Actor. I would like to say that don't make movies on such posts which will flop, there was no fun in this movie, it is a very bad movie, I got so angry after watching it that don't even say anything. In this movie the hero and heroine are good but the director is good who has written this movie, it is very bad, I would suggest you don't watch it, your mood will get off set after watching the movie.

Christy was a movie that had amazing visuals. I loved the shots and the journey in roys life. Poovar song that depicted the actual life and beauty of Kerala was enchanting.

Christys character was well played by Malavika. Loved to see her onscreen and I would vouch that she did real justice to the role.

Govind vasanthas music was amazing, couldn't stop playing the tracks of all 3 songs and is still on top list of my all-time favorites.

Maldives and it's visuals were captured at it's best.i am sure many agree anands talent is remarkable and he has proved that yet again.

Overall script well laid out, character well played with amazing visuals and evergreen music from govind has made this movie a must watch and repeat watch in my list.this should be seen in theaters to get the real feel and be lost in the selfless love that many can relate to.

Christy was one movie that i waited to get into theatres. I followed the songs and was at the audio launch in lulu. Trailer had amazing reach with over 5 million views.

Experiencing the movie at the theatre was thrilling. I have to say the visualisation of poovar and maldives was amazing.poovar is one beauty we keralites havent explored to its potential. I loved the music and the flow of the story .literaly mesmerised by the way story was narrated. Mathew and Malavika did fabulous job ,they did great justice to the characters. Climax was very touching. I am sure many could relate to this story.

Loved to watch again with family at theatre.