Tourists star in personal microdramas in ‘China’s Hollywood’

Inquirer.net - Nov 5, 2026

Microdrama productions for tourists operate seamlessly, with a team including camera operators, lighting assistants, a director, and sometimes, extras assigned to each film set.

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