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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.
Theatrical
May 19, 1991
DVD / Blu-ray
Sep 20, 2005
Theaters
1
Director
Writer
Producers
Music
Studio
Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Television New Zealand, Hibiscus Films
Cast
Full credits →K
Kerry Fox
Janet Frame
K
Kevin J. Wilson
Father
B
Brenda Kendall
Miss Botting
F
Faye Flegg
Doctor
T
Timothy Bartlett
Gussy Dymock
W
Willa O'Neill
Edith
N
Natasha Gray
Lesley
A
Andrew Robertt
Bruddie
S
Sarah Smuts-Kennedy
June
C
Colin McColl
John Forrest
A
Alistair Douglas
Headmaster
R
Rod Collison
Mr. Niles
D
David Stott
Doctor
E
Elizabeth McRae
Nurse
C
Celia Nicholson
Piona
P
Peter Needham
Dr. Palmer
M
Martyn Sanderson
Frank Sargeson
M
Mark Clare
Karl Stead
J
Joan Foster
Hotel Manageress
D
David Letch
Patrick
