An Angel at My Table

Overview

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.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

September 20, 1990

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English, Spanish

Countries

New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom

Production

Film4 Productions,Australian Broadcasting Corporation,Television New Zealand,Hibiscus Films

Cast

Kerry Fox,Alexia Keogh,Karen Fergusson,Iris Churn,Jessie Mune,Kevin J. Wilson,Edith Campion,Francesca Collins,Melina Bernecker,Mark Morrisonand 92 more

Director

Jane Campion

Writer

Janet Frame,Laura Jones

Producer

Bridget Ikin

Cinematography

Stuart Dryburgh

Music

Don McGlashan

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0099040