The Art of Joy

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.

Cast

Tecla Insolia

Modesta

Jasmine Trinca

Madre Superiora Leonora

Guido Caprino

Carmine

Valeria Bruni Tedeschi

Principessa Gaia Brandiforti

Alma Noce

Beatrice

Giuseppe Spata

Rocco

Nika Perrone

Mena

N/A

Viviana Mocciaro

Modesta (bambina)

Antonio De Matteo

Padre

N/A

Alice Canzonieri

Madre

Eleonora De Luca

Argentovivo

Lollo Franco

Antonio