An Angel at My Table

An Angel at My Table

1990 · Movie · 2h 38m · R

DramaHistory

"Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame"

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.

Ratings
IMDb
7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
79/100
Key crew
Cast
Stills
Movies like An Angel at My Table
Shows like An Angel at My Table
Themes
insanitynew zealandinsane asylumteachermental institutionauthorbased on memoir or autobiographywoman director