A Sicilian young woman named Modesta, born into an impoverished family in early 1900 and driven by a strong belief that she's destined for a better life.
Where to Watch The Art of Joy • Season 1
6 Episodes
Episode 1
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Episode 1Sicily, early 1900s. After a tragedy that leaves her an orphan, Modesta is welcomed into a convent where she becomes the protégé of the Mother Superior.
Episode 2
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Episode 2Modesta tries to get closer to Leonora, but the intimate bond between the two represents a constant threat to the survival of both.
Episode 3
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Episode 3Welcomed into the villa of Princess Brandiforti, Modesta plays the part of the devoted novice, but an infatuation threatens to ruin her plans.
Episode 4
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Episode 4Modesta struggles to navigate the pressures of the villa's residents, and is forced to compromise to get what she wants.
Episode 5
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Episode 5After a moment of serenity, new threats afflict the villa and force Modesta to make difficult choices to avoid being overwhelmed by the Princess.
Episode 6
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Episode 6Modesta makes an extreme gesture that upsets the life of the villa and forces all its inhabitants to make a new beginning.
