An Angel at My Table (1990)

  • R
  • 10/04/1990 (US)
  • Drama
  • 2h 38m

Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame

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.

Jane Campion

Director

Laura Jones

Screenplay

Cast

Kerry Fox's headshot

Kerry Fox

Janet Frame
Alexia Keogh's headshot

Alexia Keogh

Janet Frame as a child
Karen Fergusson's headshot

Karen Fergusson

Janet Frame as a teenager
Iris Churn's headshot

Iris Churn

Mother
Jessie Mune's headshot

Jessie Mune

Janet Frame as a baby
Kevin J. Wilson's headshot

Kevin J. Wilson

Father
Edith Campion's headshot

Edith Campion

Miss Lindsay
Francesca Collins's headshot

Francesca Collins

Baby Jane

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