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An Angel at My Table (1990)

Poster for An Angel at My Table

Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame

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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Cast & Crew

Director
Jane Campion
  • Profile picture of Kerry Fox
    Janet Frame Kerry Fox
  • Profile picture of Alexia Keogh
    Janet Frame as a child Alexia Keogh
  • Profile picture of Kevin J. Wilson
    Father Kevin J. Wilson
  • Profile picture of Brenda Kendall
    Miss Botting Brenda Kendall
  • Profile picture of Faye Flegg
    Doctor Faye Flegg
  • Profile picture of Timothy Bartlett
    Gussy Dymock Timothy Bartlett
  • Profile picture of Willa O'Neill
    Edith Willa O'Neill
  • Profile picture of Natasha Gray
    Lesley Natasha Gray

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Keywords

  • insanity
  • new zealand
  • insane asylum
  • teacher
  • mental institution
  • author
  • based on memoir or autobiography
  • woman director