Control (DVD)

Based 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 front man 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. Director Anton Corbijn Star Samantha Morton, Alexandra Maria Lara, Sam Riley Special Features: Widescreen Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo - English Subtitles - English, Spanish - Optional Additional Release Material: Audio Commentary - 1. Filmmaker Commentary Making of Music Videos Runtime: 122 minutes.