Mini Series Expand New Frontiers in China-Thailand Cultural and Industrial Cooperation
With enhanced production and distribution capabilities, an increasing number of film and television companies are expanding into overseas markets. Thanks to their short length, flexible formats, and fast production cycle, mini series are emerging as a new driver of China-Thailand cultural and industrial cooperation. From traditional dramas to the rising wave of mini series, interactions between the two film and television industries are becoming more diverse, fostering a cross-cultural and cross-regional exchange landscape.
Liu Chao, founder and director of Thai New Bee Media, noted that his company has been established and operating in Thailand for many years, continuously exploring new models for China-Thailand film collaboration. He observed that Chinese companies are playing an active role in producing and broadcasting of mini series in Thailand, which has further boosted film cooperation between the two countries.
Qin Li, General Manager of Guangxi Hualibo Culture Media Co., Ltd., mentioned that her company is also promoting the overseas expansion of mini series, focusing on content translation and international operations. Their efforts are particularly targeted at ASEAN countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia, with the aim of bringing high-quality works to global audiences.
Qin Na, Director of Communication Radio under Guangxi Radio and Television Station, said: "China-Thailand co-produced mini series not only generate economic value but also promote cultural exchange, fostering mutual understanding between the peoples of the two countries. They also create new opportunities for cross-border e-commerce and the integration of culture and tourism."
Mini Series Lv Yin Da Nan Hai: Su Chao De Feng Shen Shi Ke (The Greenfield Giant: The Legendary Moment of Su Chao) Starts Filming Recently
Recently, the inaugural ceremony for the mini series Lv Yin Da Nan Hai: Su Chao De Feng Shen Shi Ke (The Greenfield Giant: The Legendary Moment of Su Chao), directed by Lian Rong, was held at the Yanwu Drama Factory by Dazong Lake in Yancheng, Jiangsu Province. Zhu Jun, the former vice principal of Yancheng Middle School, attended the ceremony as a special guest. The principal, who has dedicated many years to education, has nurtured outstanding students like Lian Rong, whose youth is deeply intertwined with football. Director Lian Rong commented, "For Principal Zhu Jun, participating in the creation of this mini series is also a way to spread his educational philosophy. Through this mini series, we hope to help more people understand Yancheng's football history, learn about the campus culture of Yancheng Middle School, and witness the beautiful integration of education, sports, and art."
Zhenjiang Police's 24-Episode Mini Series Ping Fan Jing Shi (Everyday Affairs at the Police Station) Begins Filming
On September 17th, the 24-episode mini series Ping Fan Jing Shi (Everyday Affairs at the Police Station), jointly produced by the Zhenjiang Public Security Bureau and Nanshan Guangying Cultural Communication Co., Ltd., held a press event at the Zhenjiang Police Physical Training Hall in Jiangsu Province to announce the official start of production. This series is the only police-themed mini series in Jiangsu province to have been officially registered. The series focuses on grassroots police stations, which are closest to the people and at the forefront of public service. It tells the stories of new recruits Wang Mingliang and Zhao Siyu, young deputy station chief Xue Cheng, military veteran He Rongguo, young station chief Lu Zhaoyang, and middle-aged instructor Cai Jun, representing three generations of police officers and their daily work and lives at the police station. Through typical cases and events that reflect the characteristics of the times, the mini series showcases the commitment and determination of grassroots police officers in the new era as they maintain social order and safeguard public safety.
"Touching Theater" Mini Series Creation Initiative Has Been Launched And The Mini series Jing Yan Shi Huan Lu Begins Filming
Recently, the launch ceremony for the "Touching Theater" mini series creation initiative, along with the commencement of production of its first mini series, Jing Yan Shi Huan Lu (Echoes of Joy in Ash and Smoke), took place in Hengdian. To further implement the National Radio and Television Administration's "Mini series+" action plan, the initiative was jointly organized by the Chinese Society of World Cinema, the International Exchange and Cooperation Committee of the China Television Artists Association, and the China Ethnic Film and Television Art Development Promotion Association, co-organized by Social Activities Department of the Chinese Society of World Cinema. The initiative aims to produce 100 high-quality mini series that embody ideological depth, artistic value, and broad influence.
Mini Series Wa Pian Shang De Xia Tian (Summer On The Tiles) Starts Filming
On September 15, the launch ceremony for the mini series Wa Pian Shang De Xia Tian (Summer on the Tiles) was successfully held in the Fujian Tulou (Yongding) Scenic Area. Guided by the Longyan Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism and the Yongding District People's Government, and co-hosted by the Yongding District Bureau of Culture, Sports and Tourism together with Fujian Rongyu Media Co., Ltd., the ceremony marked the official start of production for the series.
Focusing on the themes of Hakka cultural heritage and rural revitalization, this cultural tourism project seeks to present audiences with a vivid portrait where tradition and modernity intertwine. Set against the backdrop of China's "Rural Revitalization" strategy, Wa Pian Shang De Xia Tian highlights the inheritance of Hakka Tulou culture and the stories of young people returning to their hometowns to start new ventures. Through the eyes of young musician Jiang Tian, the series explores the innovative fusion of electronic music and traditional puppet theater, revealing the contemporary value of Tulou as a cultural carrier and the possibilities for harmonious coexistence between tradition and innovation.
When Mini Series Meet AIGC
The intersection, exploration, and practice of miniseries and AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) have already blossomed in diverse and exciting ways. AIGC is rapidly empowering mini series, driving the industry toward greater professionalism and the creation of high-quality content at an unprecedented pace.
So, what has AIGC brought to mini series? First and foremost, it is undeniable that AIGC serves as a powerful tool for reducing costs and improving efficiency, significantly boosting productivity in mini series production. Secondly, AIGC helps creators break through the limitations of imagination and execution, expanding the boundaries of artistic expression. Thirdly, AIGC has the potential to reshape the narrative techniques and aesthetic styles of mini series.
In the current landscape of mini series creation, AIGC can assist creators with parts of the work, but it cannot replace humans in grasping the core essence of creativity. Ultimately, in the era of AIGC, mini series creators should adopt a creative philosophy that blends technology with human values. On the one hand, they should fully leverage the technological advantages of AIGC; on the other, they must preserve the humanistic core of the work. For example, in scriptwriting, AI tools can help generate creative ideas and optimize story structure, but emotional expression, thematic depth, and other essential elements still need to be shaped by the creator's life experiences and humanistic reflections. Like traditional film and TV production, the creation of mini series is fundamentally about human stories. Only mini series that focus on human emotions, explore human lives, and integrate human culture have the potential to become masterpieces of lasting artistic value.
