Assumpta Serna stars as the brilliant and beautiful poet Sister Juana Ines de la Cruz in this magnificent portrayal of 17th Century Mexico. In order to pursue her love of writing, Juana enters the convent and gains international renown. When the Inquisition comes, the local Vicereine (Dominique Sanda) becomes Juana's protectress and erotic muse, and soon begins a thrilling romance of startling passion and intensity.

"Engrossing, enriching, and elegant!" - Boston Globe

"Passionate, riveting, magnificent! One of the year's best!" - New York Post

"An erotically charged impassioned work! Assumpta Serna is luminous!" - Village Voice