With their critical reputation higher than ever before, the band toured extensively and their fan base continued to grow. In 1998, they collaborated with Jad Fair and released the album "Strange but True" to mixed reviews. Yo La Tengo had a cameo role as a Salvation Army band in the 1998 Hal Hartley film "The Book of Life", and feature on its 1999 soundtrack release. The band entered the studio again in late 1999 to record their ninth LP. "And Then Nothing Turned Itself Inside-Out" was released in February 2000 to a warm reception. The album features some intimate songs with hushed, varied instrumentation and includes the 17-minute meditation "Night Falls On Hoboken".