The film was made when Sophia Loren was being credited professionally as Sofia Lazzaro and she plays the part of Leonora.

Fernando is the son of Baldassarre and has become fond of Leonora.

Baldassarre's daughter has married the king of Castile, Alfonso XI, who took Leonora as his favourite.

The king orders their marriage, after which Fernand learns of Leonara's past and, feeling dishonoured, retreats to the monastery.

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