The Art of Joy (2024)
The Art of Joy (2024)
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Plot.
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.
Where to Watch.

Currently The Art of Joy is available for streaming online, rent, buy or watch for free on: Now TV
Streaming in:🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Cast & Crew.

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

Viviana Mocciaro
Modesta (bambina)

Antonio De Matteo
Padre

Alice Canzonieri
Madre

Eleonora De Luca
Argentovivo

Lollo Franco
Antonio

Paola Pace
Suor Teresa

Mariella Lo Sardo
Suor Costanza

Giovanni Calcagno
Mimmo

Erika Bonura
Tina

Alessia Debandi
Ilaria

Vincenzo De Michele
Pietro

Valeria Golino
Creator / Director / Writer

Francesca Marciano
Creator / Writer

Valia Santella
Creator / Writer

Luca Infascelli
Creator / Writer

Stefano Sardo
Creator / Writer

Goliarda Sapienza
Book
Media.




Details.
Release DateMay 30, 2024
Original NameL'arte della gioia
StatusReturning Series
Seasons1
Episodes6
Running Time1h
Genres
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This TV Show Is About.
Miniseries
Wiki.
The Art of Joy (Italian: L'arte della gioia) is a 2025 six-part television drama based on the 1998 novel of the same name by Goliarda Sapienza. It aired on Sky Atlantic from 28 February to 14 March 2025.
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