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 (180 votes) Released

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.

Director

Jane Campion

Screenplay

Laura Jones

Rating
7.0
Runtime
158 min

Production

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

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insanitynew zealandinsane asylumteachermental institutionauthorbased on memoir or autobiographywoman director

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