“The Morning Show’s” Valeria Golino to Direct “The Art of Joy” TV Series for Sky Studios

Valeria Golino is stepping behind the digicam once more. After taking part in a filmmaker on the second season of “The Morning Present” the Italian multi-hyphenate is ready to make her debut as a TV director with “The Artwork of Pleasure,” a racy drama set in Sicily. Selection confirmed the information.

Based mostly on the erotic feminist novel by late creator Goliarda Sapienza, the collection will comply with Modesta, “born into an impoverished household in early 1900 and pushed by a robust perception that she’s destined for a greater life,” per the supply.

Golino, who can be among the many collection’ writers, met Sapienza whereas she was within the technique of engaged on the ebook.

Capturing is slated to begin this yr in Sicily.

“Portrait of a Girl on Fireplace,” “In Remedy,” and “Rain Man” are amongst Golino’s on-screen credit. As a director, her movies embrace “Miele” and “Euphoria.” Each screened at Cannes.