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Forbidden Love

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Country
Syria

How it feels

A Syrian television drama that examines socially and culturally taboo topics within Arabic communities. The story follows a group of characters as their lives become entangled in forbidden relationships and difficult choices.

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What happens

Forbidden Love is a Syrian television series which was first aired in 2011. The program, which is broadcast via satellite, has caused controversy across Arabic communities for its exploration of issues considered socially and culturally taboo. Written and directed by Tamer Isaac, the drama features a cast including Abbas al-Noury, Kinda Alloush, Basim Yakhour, Qusai Khouli and Salma Masri. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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