Wrestling with the Angel

A documentary about author Janet Frame based on the eponymous biography by Michael King. It travels through the familiar Frame themes - her alleged mental illness, family tragedies, overseas stays, how she began writing. Its value, and fresh insight, lies in the interviews with Frame's close friends and key figures in her life. They shed light on her personality and achievements. King in particular provides a considered, often-amusing account of Frame's life. This was his last interview for film; he was killed in a car accident in 2004.

Key Cast & Crew

Peter Bell

Director

Bronwen Stewart

Producer

Geoff Conway

Editor

Graham Ridding

Sound

Wayne Vinten

Camera

Miranda Harcourt

Narrator