Control is an independent film documenting the life of Ian Curtis, the lead singer of the Post-punk band Joy Division, from his initial meeting of his wife, in 1973, till his death by suicide, May 18th, 1980. The film is based on the book called Touching from a Distance: Ian Curtis and Joy Division, which was a biography by Deborah, his widow.
I absolutely LOVED this movie, it was shot entirely in black and white. Which complimented Ian's life and the life of Joy Division. Very post-punk feeling. I thought that the actor, Sam Riley, did a wonderful job playing Ian, especially considering all of the circumstances that Ian underwent from 1973-1980. From meeting his wife and getting married, forming Joy Division, then being diagnosed as an epileptic. It was a very tumultuous time for him, and I felt Sam played the part beautifully. He really captured him when they re-created Joy Division on stage singing various songs, he seemed so involved with the music almost like it controlled him. Which is something he comments on later in the film. I also enjoyed, was that throughout the movie, Sam recites poems and other works that Ian wrote. It was a really great touch to hear it being spoken throughout the movie, it helped to give insight into Ian's mind. We also saw where he got inspiration for some of his most known works such as "Love Will Tear Us Apart Again", "Control", and "Dead Soul". Which was really important in my opinion, to see where these songs came from.
All in all, it was an absolutely fantastic movie and whether or not you are a fan of Joy Division, you should watch it.
It comes highly recommended!
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