Mistaken for Strangers (2013)

Mistaken for Strangers (2013) poster

Mistaken for Strangers follows The National on its biggest tour to date. Newbie roadie Tom (lead singer Matt Berninger’s younger brother) is a heavy metal and horror movie enthusiast, and can't help but put his own spin on the experience. Inevitably, Tom’s moonlighting as an irreverent documentarian creates some drama for the band on the road. The film is a hilarious and touching look at two very different brothers, and an entertaining story of artistic aspiration.

Director: Tom Berninger
Genre: Documentary, Music, Comedy
Runtime: 75 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Bryce Dessner, Aaron Dessner
Cinematography: Tom Berninger
Editing: Carin Besser, Tom Berninger
Production: Final Frame, C5
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Box Office: $137,460
Original Language: en

Themes

Stand-up Performances and Stage Presence

Keywords

live performance, rock band, indie rock, alternative rock, the national

Trailer

Mistaken for Strangers Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mistaken for Strangers about?
Mistaken for Strangers follows The National on its biggest tour to date. Newbie roadie Tom (lead singer Matt Berninger’s younger brother) is a heavy metal and horror movie enthusiast, and can't help but put his own spin on the experience. Inevitably, Tom’s moonlighting as an irreverent documentarian creates some drama for the band on the road. The film is a hilarious and touching look at two very different brothers, and an entertaining story of artistic aspiration.
Who directed Mistaken for Strangers?
Mistaken for Strangers was directed by Tom Berninger.
Who stars in Mistaken for Strangers?
Mistaken for Strangers stars Matt Berninger, Tom Berninger, Aaron Dessner, Bryce Dessner, Bryan Devendorf, Scott Devendorf.
How long is Mistaken for Strangers?
Mistaken for Strangers has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
What genre is Mistaken for Strangers?
Mistaken for Strangers is a Documentary, Music, Comedy film.
How much did Mistaken for Strangers gross?
Mistaken for Strangers grossed $137,460 worldwide.
Where was Mistaken for Strangers produced?
Mistaken for Strangers was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Mistaken for Strangers?
The themes of Mistaken for Strangers include: Stand-up Performances and Stage Presence.