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Control (DVD, 2008)
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Format: DVD. Release Date: 11/02/2008. Certificate: 15. Region Code: Region 2. Audio Language: English, English, English.
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Product Information
Biopic detailing the tragically short life of Joy Division front-man, Ian Curtis. From his tumultuous marriage, to his debilitating health problems, to the way in which Joy Division became an aesthetic manifestation of his pain, CONTROL takes you deep inside the world of a brilliant yet tortured artist. Based on the memoir TOUCHING FROM A DISTANCE by Ian's widow, Deborah Curtis.Product Identifiers
EAN5060116721324
eBay Product ID (ePID)62905237
Product Key Features
ActorJoe Anderson, Sam Riley, Craig Parkinson, Nigel Harris, Samantha Morton
Film/TV TitleControl
DirectorAnton Corbijn
LanguageEnglish
Run Time122 Mins
Aspect Ratio16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
Release Year2008
FormatDVD
FeaturesWidescreen, Director's Commentary\Making of Control\Extended Performance Scenes of Transmission, Leaders of Men and Candidate\Joy Division's Atmosphere '88 music video (directed by Anton Corbijn)\Photo Gallery\Trailer
GenreDrama, General
Additional Product Features
Number of Discs1
Certificate15
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
AwardsCarl Foreman - Best Achievement By A British Writer or Producer In Their Debut Film 2008 -
Additional InformationBased on the memoir TOUCHING FROM A DISTANCE by Deborah Curtis, Anton Corbijn's CONTROL is as near perfect a filmic telling of the story of Joy Division and Ian Curtis as any fan could hope for. It's also a beautifully rendered piece of cinema about the crippling effects of love and regret, and the salvation we seek in art. Born out of England's post-Sex Pistols punk explosion, Joy Division played a dark, minimalist version of the nascent sound, and became cult heroes thanks in part to their brilliant yet disturbed frontman Ian Curtis (played by an eerily perfect Sam Riley). Corbijn does a wonderful job recreating the Manchester band's music and live show, cutting straight to the essence of Joy Division's unique appeal. Credit must also be given to the three actors who portray the rest of Joy Division. Playing all the instruments themselves, they perfectly capture the band's powerfully stoic presence, one that translates both live and on record into the sonic equivalent of an existential crisis. <BR>CONTROL, however, is ultimately about Curtis' tumultuous marriage to his wife, Deborah (Samantha Morton), and the way that Joy Division became an aesthetic manifestation of his pain--one that was both physical (Curtis was an epileptic) and emotional. Corbijn evokes Curtis' hurt and isolation with both honesty and subtlety; a photographer originally, he frames each shot to look like a stark black-and-white photo from an album the audience was never meant to see, making Curtis' pain palpable and his eventual suicide that much more tragic. The overtones to the later suicide of Kurt Cobain are hard to avoid, but where Cobain's suicide has always been discussed in terms of the pressure he felt as a rock star, Curtis', as rendered by Corbijn, is a pain anyone could potentially be forced to suffer through.
ReviewsThe Times - Sam Riley is a revelation., Independent - The coolest British movie of 2007., Q - Believe the hype, it's an extraordinary film., Film Review - Sends shivers down the spine[...]spellbinding., The Observer - Samantha Morton is dynamite., Uncut - Magnificently evokes the intensity and invention of Joy Division., Guardian - The best film of the year., Total Film - As touching a biopic as you'll see all year[...]Riley and the band excel, as Corbijn essays a mood both timeless and period-precise., Empire - Playing live, the cast vividly recreate the band's jarring guitar sound[...] CONTROL is up there with PERFORMANCE and LAST DAYS., Film 2007 - Absorbing and visually striking... Exquisite, Sight And Sound - The actors playing Joy Division perform the music themselves in a spot-on recreation of the band's sound and dynamic.
ScreenwriterMatt Greenhalgh
Sound sourceDolby Digital
Movie/TV TitleControl
Consumer AdviceContains very strong language
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- 15 Jul, 2021Most favourable review
Great film. So sad
Love this film. Bought the CD to watch again with my daughter. She loved it too. Now she’s started listening to Joy Division, and reading Deborah Curtis’ book too.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Dec, 2019Most critical review
Didn't have the right player
So you have a newer DVD player to be able to play this because of the disc being from UK. I haven't been able to watch it yet but my roommate has and loved it. Make sure you have the right equipment before you buy this one. But supposedly a wonderful movie.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Aug, 2020
Very strong cast and beautifully shot in atmospheric monochrome
Beautifully directed by Anton Corbijn and shot in..er.. atmospheric monochrome. Very strong cast, especially Samantha Morton and Sam Reilly. RecommendedVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Jun, 2018
They were amazing live and even better to listen too high at home
It's about Ian Curtis and Joy Division. Hey what more do you need to know?Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Apr, 2017
Sensitive, evokotive biographic film.
Excellent film evoking a time in our recent history with amazing accuracy and insight and portrays with sensitivity the complex genius of Ian Curtis. For those who were a part of the 80's music scene and history this film hits the spot and takes you right back there. BrilliantVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Dec, 2019
A sad but brilliant film about a flawed man who did not help himself.
Brilliant film, the actor that plays Curtis does the dance to a tee. Fantastic.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Apr, 2023
Great film for those aware of who Joy Division were
Great film for those aware of who Joy Division were, or wanting to find outVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Dec, 2024
Thought provoking
Great cast, background music used is awesome. Filmed in black and white adds atmosphere to the film.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Aug, 2018
Great tiltle to represent his situation
Fan of the band before I knew Ian Curtis was Epileptic like myself. Hits close to home. Great movie.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Dec, 2018
It’s a Cult Movie just Great
It’s a Must see for those who likes Post punk and UK 80’s musicVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
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