The film "An Angel at My Table" (1990) is a biographical drama that tells the story of Janet Frame's life, from her childhood in New Zealand to her struggles with mental illness and her rise as a successful writer. Portrayed as an adult by Kerry Fox, Frame faces numerous tragedies, including the deaths of two of her siblings, and is diagnosed with schizophrenia while still in her youth. As she navigates her mental institution and writes about her experiences, Frame finds acclaim for her writing and begins to heal from her past traumas.