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An Angel at My Table (1990)

Movie ★ 7.0 158 min

Drama History

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

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Quick facts

Released
September 20, 1990
Runtime
158 min
Rating
R
IMDb
tt0099040
Language
,
Studio
, Television New Zealand, Hibiscus Films,

Themes

Cast

Kerry Fox Kerry Fox Janet Frame Alexia Keogh Alexia Keogh Janet Frame as a child Karen Fergusson Janet Frame as a teenager Iris Churn Mother Jessie Mune Janet Frame as a baby Kevin J. Wilson Kevin J. Wilson Father Edith Campion Miss Lindsay Francesca Collins Baby Jane Melina Bernecker Myrtle Mark Morrison Bruddie Frame as child Katherine Murray-Cowper Young Isabel Mark Thomson Billy Delaware Brenda Kendall Brenda Kendall Miss Botting Paul Moffat Dis McIvor Blair Hutchison Bully Boy David McAuslan Bully Boy Ailene Herring Teacher Faye Flegg Faye Flegg Doctor

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Frequently asked questions

What is An Angel at My Table about?
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.
Who directed An Angel at My Table?
An Angel at My Table was directed by Jane Campion.
Who stars in An Angel at My Table?
An Angel at My Table stars Kerry Fox, Alexia Keogh, Karen Fergusson, Iris Churn.
When was An Angel at My Table released?
An Angel at My Table is a 1990 drama, history film.
Where can I watch An Angel at My Table?
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