A Skin, A Night (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 3

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Released in 2008, A Skin, A Night is a music and documentary film directed by Vincent Moon, running about 63 minutes. “A Skin A Night is your ticket to follow” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Journey into the creative process of Brooklyn indie rock band the National with this unique documentary. Filmmaker Vincent Moon's cameras follow the band as they make their fourth album, "Boxer," and work to diversify their sound. More than just a technical examination of the recording process, the film uncovers the mental and emotional challenges, collaborative highs and lows, and quest for fresh ideas that drive this -- or indeed any -- band.

Who’s in it. A Skin, A Night stars Matt Berninger as Self, Aaron Dessner as Self, Bryce Dessner as Self and Bryan Devendorf as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, A Skin, A Night has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Skin, A Night page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Skin, A Night tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Skin, A Night (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Skin, A Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Skin, A Night worth watching?
A Skin, A Night holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Skin, A Night?
A Skin, A Night stars Matt Berninger, Aaron Dessner, Bryce Dessner, Bryan Devendorf and Scott Devendorf.
When was A Skin, A Night released?
A Skin, A Night was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.