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.

Released: 2024-05-30
Genres: Drama
Seasons: 1, 6 episodes
Episode length: 1h 0m
Network: Sky Atlantic
Status: Returning Series
TMDB rating: 7.5/10 from 41 votes

Created by Valeria Golino, Valia Santella, Francesca Marciano, Luca Infascelli, Stefano Sardo.

Top cast

Tecla Insolia as Modesta
Jasmine Trinca as Madre Superiora Leonora
Guido Caprino as Carmine
Valeria Bruni Tedeschi as Principessa Gaia Brandiforti
Alma Noce as Beatrice
Giuseppe Spata as Rocco
Nika Perrone as Mena
Viviana Mocciaro as Modesta (bambina)
Antonio De Matteo as Padre
Alice Canzonieri as Madre

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Where to watch The Art of Joy

United Kingdom: stream on Sky Go
Australia: watch free on SBS On Demand

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