The Art of Joy (2024)

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Born on the 1st of January 1900 in a poor family in rural Sicily, Modesta pursues happiness since her childhood without falling victim to the constraints of society. After a tragic event that takes her away from her family, Modesta is welcomed into a monastery, where she becomes the Mother Superior’s protégé thanks to her intelligence and stubbornness. Later, she arrives at the villa belonging to the Princess of Brandiforti, where she makes herself indispensable. This relentless process of emancipation goes along with a journey of personal growth and sexual awakening, which lead her to discover and claim the right to pleasure and happiness.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Valeria Golino
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    Modesta Tecla Insolia
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    Madre Superiora Leonora Jasmine Trinca
  • Profile picture of Guido Caprino
    Carmine Guido Caprino
  • Profile picture of Valeria Bruni Tedeschi
    Principessa Gaia Brandiforti Valeria Bruni Tedeschi
  • Profile picture of Alma Noce
    Beatrice Alma Noce
  • Profile picture of Giuseppe Spata
    Rocco Giuseppe Spata
  • Profile picture of Nika Perrone
    Mena Nika Perrone
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    Padre Antonio De Matteo
Poster for Season 1

Season 1

2024

6 episodes

Season 1 of The Art of Joy premiered on May 30, 2024

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