A Dangerous Dynasty: House of Assad

An ophthalmologist and a young investment banker lead carefree lives in London. Until they assume the presidency of Syria and find themselves at the center of a brutal war.

As Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad faces a mountain of problems. After the assassination of his political opponent, the family is also targeted by murder investigators.

The Arab Spring is turning into a brutal civil war in Syria. Bashar al-Assad faces a conflict of interests between the population and his father's wishes.