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An Angel at My Table

An Angel at My Table

Sep 20, 1990
158 min
Drama
7.0/ 10
179 votes

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.

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TMDB
7.0/10
179 votes
IMDB
7.4/10
9,148 votes
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
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Metacritic
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79/100
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US Box Office$1,054,638Domestic earnings

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19 wins & 5 nominations total

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"Based on the autobiographies of Janet Frame"

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Original Language

en

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Australian Broadcasting CorporationTelevision New ZealandChannel Four FilmsHibiscus Films

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