Harun's Mother(2020)

Harun's Mother is a historical drama set in 1940s Kuwait, following Umm Harun, a pioneering female doctor navigating the complexities of her era. As she tends to her patients and supports her family, Umm Harun confronts the social pressures and prejudices of her time while serving the broader Jewish community. The series explores her struggle to practice medicine in a male-dominated society, balancing her professional ambitions with personal responsibilities. Through her journey, the show examines themes of identity, resilience, and belonging in a transformative period of Middle Eastern history. Umm Harun's story reveals the often-overlooked contributions of women and minorities during this pivotal decade.