An Angel at My Table

An Angel at My Table
1990
★★★★☆ 7.0/10
⏱️ 158 min
📅 Released
🌐 EN
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.

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Crew

Director
Jane Campion
Writer
Laura Jones
Producer
Bridget Ikin

Production

Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Television New Zealand, Channel Four Films, Hibiscus Films

Keywords

insanitynew zealandinsane asylumteachermental institutionauthorbased on memoir or autobiographywoman director