The Art Of Joy, The Art Of Joy 1

Season 1, Episode 1

In early 20th-century Sicily, recently orphaned Modesta joins a convent, where she becomes the protégé of the Mother Superior.

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In early 20th-century Sicily, recently orphaned Modesta joins a convent, where she becomes the protégé of the Mother Superior.

As Modesta tries to get closer to Leonora, the intimate bond between the two represents a threat to both of their survival.

Welcomed into the villa of Princess Brandiforti, Modesta plays the part of the devoted novice, but an infatuation threatens to ruin her plans.

Modesta struggles to navigate the pressures of the villa's residents, and is forced to compromise to get what she wants.

After a moment of serenity, new threats afflict the villa and force Modesta to make difficult choices to avoid being overwhelmed by the Princess.

Modesta makes an extreme gesture that upsets the life of the villa and forces all its inhabitants to make a new beginning.

About this episode
In early 20th-century Sicily, recently orphaned Modesta joins a convent, where she becomes the protégé of the Mother Superior.
154K UHD
CastTecla Insolia, Jasmine Trinca, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi
CrewValeria Golino (Director)
GenreDrama
Seasons1
StudioSky Atlantic