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Chinese Drama Based On COVID-19 Pandemic Draws Criticism

Chinese Drama Based On COVID-19 Pandemic Draws Criticism

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By Karmen on 17 Mar 2020
Digital Editor
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Upcoming Chinese TV series Together (在一起) based on recent events in relation to COVID-19 sparked ire and criticism from netizens.

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China's National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) announced this new 20-episode drama. Each episode will detail individual stories based on real-life people and situations during China's anti-pandemic period. Through artistic processes, it aims to portray the Chinese people's heroism and spirit of unity while fighting against the cornonavirus.

Chinese TV series Together (在一起) based on coronavirus COVID-19Photo from National Radio and Television Administration

This series has an assemble of accomplished directors and screenwriters including Liuliu, Qin Wen, Gao Xuan, Ren Baoru, Feng Ye and more. Screenwriter Zhang Xin has already begun research for the drama in Wuhan.

screenwriters and directors Chinese TV series Together (在一起) based on coronavirus COVID-19Photo from zutiyu

screenwriter liuliu Chinese TV series Together (在一起) based on coronavirus COVID-19Photo from @六六 via Twitter

However, netizens responded with outrage at the idea of the drama. Many questioned the timing of its release and criticised the dramatisation of such a serious issue. Some commented that if a retelling of the crisis is to be done, it would be better as a documentary as a learning lesson for the younger generation rather than as a drama which could be insensitive.

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