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An Angel at My Table

An Angel at My Table

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An Angel at My Table

"Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame"

1990

2h 38m

7.0(188 votes)

Drama

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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.

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Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Television New Zealand

Film4 Productions

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Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

Kerry Fox

Kerry Fox

Janet Frame

Alexia Keogh

Alexia Keogh

Janet Frame as a child

Karen Fergusson

Janet Frame as a teenager

Iris Churn

Mother

Jessie Mune

Janet Frame as a baby

Kevin J. Wilson

Kevin J. Wilson

Father

Edith Campion

Miss Lindsay

Francesca Collins

Baby Jane

Melina Bernecker

Myrtle

Mark Morrison

Bruddie Frame as child

Creative team

Directed by: Jane Campion
Written by: Laura Jones
Produced by: Bridget Ikin

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