An Angel at My Table

An Angel at My Table

Release Date: 1990-09-20

Overview: 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.

Rating: 7 / 10

Cast

Kerry Fox

Kerry Fox

as Janet Frame

Alexia Keogh

Alexia Keogh

as Janet Frame as a child

Karen Fergusson

Karen Fergusson

as Janet Frame as a teenager

Iris Churn

Iris Churn

as Mother

Jessie Mune

Jessie Mune

as Janet Frame as a baby

Crew

  • Jane Campion - Director

  • Janet Frame - Original Story

  • Meryl Cronin - Set Dresser

  • Laura Jones - Screenplay

  • Stuart Dryburgh - Director of Photography

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