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Seen it?2007 | 122 min | Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (88% on Rotten Tomatoes). A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 2 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
The story of Joy Division’s lead singer Ian Curtis, from his schoolboy days in 1973 to his suicide on the eve of the band's first American tour in 1980.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 78 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
7.5 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 BAFTA: Best Newcomer. Also nominated for 2 more BAFTAs. Plus 1 other award.
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$8 million worldwide on a $5 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 136K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Anton Corbijn
- Sam RileyIan Curtis
- Samantha MortonDebbie Curtis
- Alexandra Maria LaraAnnik Honoré
- Joe AndersonHooky
- Toby KebbellRob Greton
- Craig ParkinsonTony Wilson
- James Anthony PearsonBernard Sumner
- Harry TreadawaySteve Morris
- Robert ShellyTwinny
- Andrew SheridanTerry