Sons of Oppression

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Sons of Oppression, is a 2002 Syrian series, directed by مروان بركات, and starring Bassam Kousa, Salma Al-Masri, Kosai Khauli. running for 1 season.

Overview

Sons of Oppression is a Syrian social drama series that traces the ripple effects of a broken marriage on an entire family. When Essam and Ragaa's relationship collapses under the weight of conflict and jealousy, their children pay the heaviest price. Neglected and emotionally adrift, one son slides into a life of professional crime — a direct consequence of absent parenting and family breakdown. The series also tackles the serious issue of HIV/AIDS among youth, exploring how reckless choices made in moments of vulnerability can shatter lives. Combining social realism with urgent moral questions, Sons of Oppression uses the intimate lens of domestic drama to examine large-scale societal concerns around divorce, parental responsibility, and public health.

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