Review of Control (2007) by Alan S — 17 Oct 2008

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This review of Control (2007) was written by Alan S on 17 Oct 2008.

Control has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Ld Beghtol (1) for Village Voice (8,525) on 10 Apr 2013

Despite excellent performances from Samantha Morton, Craig Parkinson, and the radiant Toby Kebbell, along with a noble effort from pretty newcomer…

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By Vanda K (45) on 24 Jan 2015

The best music biopic movie I have ever watched…

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By Vincent L (255) on 02 Nov 2018

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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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By Cam S (229) on 16 Jan 2014

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By Noel Murray (1,901) for The A.V. Club (5,644) on 20 Nov 2014

The story of Control's creation is the story of great potential, squandered. Joy Division fans should be able to relate…

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By Dierregi (39) on 06 Aug 2013

A story about a tormented young singer committing suicide on the verge of stardom is bound to have a certain appeal…

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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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By Grayson W (192) on 30 Sep 2016

Very well made, great black and white cinematography, acting and story…

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By Cameron J (1,335) on 08 Jul 2013

The tragic story of Ian Curtis, lead singer of brilliant post-punk band Joy Division…

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