The film that has just six characters is a frame-to-frame thriller, says the director. ‘Arikil Oraal’ stars Indrajith, Nivin Pauly, Remya Nambeesan, Lena and Prathap Pothen in key roles.

‘Arikil Oraal’ that has been produced by Murali Films will release in August 2013.

Nowrunning thinks it could entertain a bit: “Ironically, though it remains grounded and stuck at a few points, just as the elevator in it is, ‘Up and Down’ eventually turns out to be an appealing film. It does wander a bit away towards the final act but if you let that go, it’s a twisty-turny mystery piece that could entertain you without fail.”

Rediff comments on the interesting plot and the jaded feel: “The story, credited to the director, makes everyone a suspect in the crime that is yet to be substantiated and the narrative goes in flashbacks as everyone’s back story is revealed supposedly making things interesting for the viewer. This pattern makes us feel jaded after a while and there is no point in mentioning the loopholes in the plot.”

Sify calls it below average: “Up & Down: Mukalil Oralundu tests your patience big time. When viewers have access to some of the most spine chilling thrillers, how did Rajeev Kumar & Co. think that they could get away with such inane themes? Watch this one only at your own risk please.”

Indrajith says that he has known Sreesanth for quite a while and adds that he feels that Sreesanth is not the kind of individual who would do something like this.

While there has been a huge uproar against Sreesanth in general, the actor’s stand distinctly stands apart.

Nowrunning seems to have been bowled over: “The flavor, spirit and fun of ‘Amen’ make it buoyantly unpretentious, and the sheer exuberance that it lets out renders it a movie of the magical kind. A feel-good, jovial and unfussy musical experience, it’s a sunny gem of a film that drops down from the heavens above, as the Lord parts the clouds to take a look at the world down below. “

Rediff is all impressed as well: “Amen is a humorous film staying true to its tag line ‘a divine comedy’. The film can be seen from many angles: as a love story in the classical mould, or as a ‘coming of age’ of a dim-witted youngster, and then there is the premise that God is always with the righteous underdog.”

Sify calls it a must-watch: “When most films move out of your mind minutes after you leave the theatres, Amen just grabs you in a fantastic way. It is has its flaws for sure, but just don’t miss this gem. Two big thumbs up and a must watch recommendation for Amen!”