The Book of Joan

Intellectual and sensual, rebellious and cheerful story reminiscent of medieval rogue tales.
England, 14th century. The nun Joan of Leeds decides on a wildly daring escape from the Benedictine monastery where she was raised since childhood. Joan loves her sisters and the Holy Scriptures, but even more she wants to know what it is like to live an ordinary life and make decisions about her own fate. Thus begins the heroine's journey, full of incredible adventures, freedom, and pleasures. However, the ruthless abbess of the monastery is not ready to accept the escape—she sends an experienced and cunning constable in pursuit of Joan...
«The Book of Joan» is based on a true story, but in the author's adaptation, it has turned into a true parable about the price of happiness and freedom.