Review of Control (2007) by Tanya M — 03 Nov 2008

Perfect. gorgeous photography. well told, compassionate and insightful. great acting....

Loved it! close to the heart.

This review of Control (2007) was written by Tanya M on 03 Nov 2008.

Control has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sutthirak P (93) on 16 Aug 2014

Depressing and cool at the same time…

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By John B (4,244) on 09 May 2013

This looks very good, an' all, but it's bloody depressing and should serve as a good reminder about why one should never shack up with selfish,…

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I am someone who thinks that on the whole it's best if white boys are kept well away from guitars because they make horrible noises with them…

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By Darryl S (201) on 26 Apr 2014

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By Steve J (513) on 18 Jun 2013

Superb portrait of a mind, and a talent, that started eating itself and couldn't stop…

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