
An Angel at My Table
“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.
Director
Jane Campion
Writer
Laura Jones
Studio
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Vote Count
192
Cast

Kerry Fox
Janet Frame

Alexia Keogh
Janet Frame as a chi...
Karen Fergusson
Janet Frame as a tee...
Iris Churn
Mother
Jessie Mune
Janet Frame as a bab...

Kevin J. Wilson
Father
Edith Campion
Miss Lindsay
Francesca Collins
Baby Jane
Melina Bernecker
Myrtle
Mark Morrison
Bruddie Frame as chi...
Katherine Murray-C...
Young Isabel
Mark Thomson
Billy Delaware

Brenda Kendall
Miss Botting
Paul Moffat
Dis McIvor
Blair Hutchison
Bully Boy
David McAuslan
Bully Boy
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