Review of Joy Division (2006) by Ed L — 13 May 2011

A very fine and comprehensive documentary.

This review of Joy Division (2006) was written by Ed L on 13 May 2011.

Joy Division has generally received positive reviews.

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By Dave C (1,370) on 26 Dec 2013

An insightful and revealing documentary that charts the rise of the band and the heartbreaking story of Ian Curtis, enhanced greatly by honest…

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By Stuart D (114) on 27 Feb 2010

Fine documentary about Joy Division, one of the most important bands in British history…

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By Dean M (1,337) on 23 Dec 2008

I just wish I had been old enough to see this band live. Certainly worth watching back to back with Control…

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By Enrique M (57) on 12 Mar 2009

Brilliant documentary. But I'm a biased pig in this matter…

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By Liz C (242) on 21 Dec 2008

A great doc from the people who were there, well, sans Ian, Rob and Martin. some classic Tony Wilson-isms as well…

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By Rich F (239) on 30 Dec 2012

Utterly Fantastic - tells the Joy Division story directly from those at the centre of it with the background of 70s Manchester fused with modern…

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By Bradford G (85) on 21 May 2009

Sobering documentary that traces Joy Division from start to finish - focussing mostly on the tragedy and charisma of lead singer Ian Curtis…

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By The D (397) on 28 Apr 2010

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By Jim F (603) on 18 Apr 2013

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