Control (2007)

Director: Anton Corbijn

Former Joy Division photographer Corbijn's feature debut is a biopic of frontman Ian Curtis. Whilst it's a largely subdued affair, as befits its title and subject matter, frequent flashes of humour ensure that it doesn't become the out-and-out angst-fest it could have been. As one might expect, the film is visually impressive, but best of all are the energetic live performances, in which newcomer Sam Riley is astonishingly convincing as Curtis.