
An Angel at My Table
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.
Director Jane Campion
Trailer
Cast

Timothy Bartlett
Gussy Dymock

Alison Bruce
Dora

Willa O'Neill
Edith

Brenda Kendall
Miss Botting

Faye Flegg
Doctor

Julia Calvo
Spanish woman on train

Martyn Sanderson
Frank Sargeson

Gerald Bryan
Dr. Cawley

Alexia Keogh
Janet Frame as a child

Sarah Smuts-Kennedy
June

Tiffany de Castro
Actress

Ruth Dudding
School Teacher

Elizabeth McRae
Nurse

Robert Jayne
Ben

Collette Cooper
Bohemian

Kevin J. Wilson
Father

Kerry Fox
Janet Frame

Celia Nicholson
Piona

David Letch
Patrick

Andrew Robertt
Bruddie

Mark Clare
Karl Stead

David Stott
Doctor

Paul Norell
Bohemian