An Angel at My Table

"Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame"

Sep 20 1990 R 2h 38m
Biography, Drama

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.

Plot

In 1920s and 1930s New Zealand, Janet Frame grows up in a poor family with lots of brothers and sisters. Already at an early age she is different from the other kids. She gets an education as a teacher but since she is considered abnormal she stays at a mental institution for eight years. Success comes when she starts to write novels.

Written by

Janet Frame, Laura Jones

Directed by

Jane Campion

Cast

Kerry Fox, Alexia Keogh, Karen Fergusson

Crew

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Production Countries

United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand

Production Companies

Television New Zealand, Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Languages

Español, English

Awards

19 wins & 5 nominations total

Trailers
AN ANGEL AT MY TABLE TRAILER
An Angel At My Table | Classic Trailer - HanWay Films
Scores
# of Votes
8,998
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
79
Popularity
NA