Malayalam Movie Review - Philips and the Monkey Pen (Rating 3.25/5 Star)

Great movie to take your kids to!!!

Summary:

 It was really good to see a Malayalam movie that revolved around Kids.  While watching the movie, there were many kids in the theater that were truly enjoying the movie (Including mine).  Philips and the Monkey Pen is not going to go down as the best movie ever made, but it is well constructed and entertaining throughout.

As you can imagine from the name, Philips and the Monkey Pen, as well as the trailers, Comedy is a large part of the movie.  It's not all just fun and games, the movie does convey some messages regarding morals and values to the audience, especially the young once.

Some of the "Simple" incidents taking place in the classroom shown in the movie is sure to bring forth some memories for many who has gone through similar incidents in their own lives.  Another subtle aspects of the movie I enjoyed very much was the meaningful quotes that were delivered at various points.  The best of which is regarding how Honesty is the Best policy:

“The truth isn’t bitter; it is the lies that are excessively sweet”. (Sounds much better in Malayalam).

Noteworthy performances:

The Kids

"Ryan Philip", played by Master Sanoop and Jugru, played by Jahangir, absolutely stole the show.

Ryan Philip is the lead in the movie, and he did an excellent job in all aspects of the film.  Jugru and his smile with the missing front teeth, while not the central character, stole the show at many points.




Notes:
- Innocent & Jayasurya, while small roles, delivers big (as expected)
- Good role for Vijay Babu

Philips and the Monkey Pen, a Charming Film!!!

Credits:

Philips and the Monkey Pen
Directed by	Rojin Thomas Shanil Muhammed
Produced by	Sandra Thomas Vijay Babu
Written by	Rojin Thomas
Starring	Master Sanoop Jayasurya Remya Nambeesan Mukesh Vijay Babu[1]
Music by	Rahul Subrahmaniam [2]

Trailer:

Music (Stuff that's on my playlist):

• En Kanimalare

• Balyathil

Posted in: 3.25 Star, Comedy, Family, Jayasurya, Master Sanoop, Mukesh, Remya Nambeesan, Rojin Thomas, Shanil Muhammed, Vijay Babu