An Angel at My Table (movie)

An Angel at My Table (movie)

  • User score: 7
  • Production country: New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom
  • Producer: Jane Campion
  • Production companies: Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Television New Zealand
  • Genre: Drama
  • Release date: 9/20/1990
  • Run time: 158 min.

Movie description

Based on the autobiographical work of New Zealand writer Janet Frame, this production depicts the author at various stage of her life. Afflicted with mental and emotional issues, Frame grows up in an impoverished family and experiences numerous tragedies while still in her youth, including the deaths of two of her siblings. Portrayed as an adult by Kerry Fox, Frame finds acclaim for her writing while still in a mental institution, and her success helps her move on with her life.

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Kerry Fox

Kerry Fox

Role(s): Janet Frame

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Alexia Keogh

Alexia Keogh

Role(s): Janet Frame as a child

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Karen Fergusson

Karen Fergusson

Role(s): Janet Frame as a teenager

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Iris Churn

Iris Churn

Role(s): Mother

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Jessie Mune

Jessie Mune

Role(s): Janet Frame as a baby

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