User Reviews

Real nuns aren't usually hot TV material but this show gives us a fascinating insight into just what it takes to opt out of consumerism, sex and social media fixations. Sister Thomas More and Sister Francis lead the show with their alternate sweetness, severity and wry wit - they joined the order over 40 years ago and have seen some spoiled babes in their time.(The convent was a girls' boarding school for as many years). Their mission is to try and pass on some spiritual peace but will their example of grace under pressure be enough to fill the gaps in the very shallow lives of these girls ? - in time for their last week at The Convent of the Sacred Heart. There are some very watchable and even endearing characters in both groups of nuns and girls and a bit of background for each will, I hope, complete what is essentially a very authentic picture of women's life choices.

I never watch reality-type TV shows (except factual cooking competition shows and old Top Gear episodes). But this was actually neat and well done. It's interesting to see people who are, for the most part, quite self-centered go and live in a convent and see what it means to live a life of service. I am not religious, and the show is quite secular in general, but I still enjoyed it. I'm surprised more seasons/series were never made. These party-girls show up to the convent and don't even realize that's where they're going to stay for the show, so I can empathize with their shock ... but I think the nuns go quite easy on them! Lots of ups and downs, emotions, and frustrations ... but it's a short series and I never felt like I was wasting my time. It wasn't over-done melodrama like most reality tv is. I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in the concept, even if they don't usually watch reality tv.

I can't believe there are under 100 ratings for this show given that it currently streams on Hulu in the US (2024). Give it a chance; it's fun, heartwarming, and a breath of fresh air for reality-style-tv.

I WAS DYING HALF OF THE TIME. But in all seriousness I think it's an amazing learning experience for all generations. I hope people of all ages and backgrounds can watch this and learn a thing or two,