The Art of Joy

A slow, sensual, and often bleak journey through one woman's defiant self-invention, demanding patience but rewarding with emotional depth.

Created by

Francesca Marciano, Luca Infascelli

Genres

Drama

Starring

Tecla Insolia, Jasmine Trinca, Guido Caprino

Overview

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.

How it feels

Bleak, melancholic, earnest and romantic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Identity, freedom, sexuality, class

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild violence, gore and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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