
Kerry Fox
Janet Frame


“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.
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Release Date
September 20, 1990
Runtime
2h 38m
Rating
7.0 / 10
Votes
195
Budget
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Status
Released
Popularity
3.3
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Janet Frame

Janet Frame as a child
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Janet Frame as a teenager
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Janet Frame as a baby

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Miss Lindsay
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Baby Jane
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Bruddie Frame as child
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