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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.
Biographical DramaMental IllnessNew ZealandWriter's LifeComing-of-AgeOvercoming AdversityEmotional ResilienceCharacter StudyLiterary Adaptation
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Is An Angel at My Table worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 79).
Is An Angel at My Table okay for kids?
RSuicide themes
Yes: it's rated R in the United States for suicide themes, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Is An Angel at My Table plot-driven or character-driven?
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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (10 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.
What tropes does An Angel at My Table use?
Affectionate NicknameRedheads Are UncoolFirst Period PanicCulture ClashDark and Troubled PastShrinking VioletScenery PornHair-Trigger TemperDeus ex MachinaSadist TeacherEarn Your Happy EndingSlice of Lifeand 14 more
TV Tropes lists 26 tropes for it, including Affectionate Nickname, Redheads Are Uncool, and First Period Panic.