1. How many impostors and ways of imposture are there in the movie? Elaborate.
2. In a conversation with Carl, Frank says that the reason the Yankees always win is not because of Mickey Mantle but because the other team can’t take their eyes off the pinstripes. What does this say about the way success and upper mobility are achieved in America?
3. How does the following quote relate to this film:
"Impostor cases show that authenticity, the concept that is vital in identity formation, is a construct based on stereotypical markers of language, behavior and dress" (Rosenthal, Caroline and Stefanie Schäfer Eds. Fake Identity, p. 11).
4. A common thread in impostor's narratives is that in order for the imposture to be successful there needs to be an audience of people who validates it. How does this play out in the movie? At what point and how does Frank start to succeed in fooling people?
5. The relationship between Frank and his father is central to the movie. Explain the role of the impostor within this relationship.
6. How does the soundtrack reinforce the impostor's theme in this film?