An Angel at My Table

Name: An Angel at My Table
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1990-09-20
Duration: 2 h 38 min
Rating: 7
Cast: Kerry Fox, Alexia Keogh, Karen Fergusson, Iris Churn, Jessie Mune

1990·Movie·R·158 min·★ 7.0(188)

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“Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame”

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.

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About An Angel at My Table

An Angel at My Table is a 1990 English-language drama and history film directed by Jane Campion. The cast is led by Kerry Fox, Alexia Keogh, Karen Fergusson. It has a runtime of 2h 38m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel.

An Angel at My Table was produced by Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Television New Zealand, and Hibiscus Films and made in Australia and New Zealand. It was released on September 20, 1990, and carries a R certification.

Director: Jane Campion
Writers: Laura Jones
Release date: September 20, 1990
Original language: English
Age rating: R
Status: Released
Country: Australia, New Zealand
Production: Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Television New Zealand, Hibiscus Films

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An Angel at My Table cast & crew

An Angel at My Table was directed by Jane Campion and written by Laura Jones.

The cast features Kerry Fox as Janet Frame, Alexia Keogh as Janet Frame as a child, Karen Fergusson as Janet Frame as a teenager, Iris Churn as Mother, Jessie Mune as Janet Frame as a baby, and Kevin J. Wilson as Father.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Don McGlashan, cinematography is by Stuart Dryburgh, and it was produced by Bridget Ikin.

Is An Angel at My Table worth watching?

An Angel at My Table holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 188 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 38m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy drama and history, An Angel at My Table is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch An Angel at My Table

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