Still from Moonlight Resonance [Photo from Weibo]

Pingtan, a picturesque island off the coast of China's Fujian province, has become the backdrop for the micro drama Moonlight Resonance,  which showcases the transformation of rural life in the new era through the eyes of an ordinary woman.

"The scenery here is breathtaking, and it's wonderful to see our hometown's customs and traditions portrayed on screen," said Lin Jingjing, a local resident who was thrilled to witness the filming.

A serene village scene in Pingtan, featuring archaic stone houses surrounded by lush greenery and wind turbines in the tranquil sea

Pingtan's unique natural landscapes, including quaint villages, fishing boats, wind farms, and stunning coastlines, have made it a popular destination for film and television productions. The island's rich culinary heritage, historical culture, and vibrant folk customs have also been seamlessly integrated into the drama's narrative, enhancing viewers' experiences.

Moonlight Resonance follows the journey of Lin Haohao, an ordinary woman from the countryside, as she navigates the changes in Pingtan and embodies the spirit of rural revitalization. The drama intertwines her emotional and personal growth with the broader story of Tan Village's development, incorporating subplots such as young people returning to their hometowns to start businesses.

Wang Minsheng, the village's only college graduate, is a key character who decides to return home after graduation to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. The drama uses the completion of the Pingtan Strait Bridge and the Pingtan Strait Rail-cum-Road Bridge as significant milestones, illustrating Tan Village's progress over time.

Pingtan has achieved remarkable success in various fields, including economics and tourism, making it a prominent destination as the closest point on the mainland to the island of Taiwan. The drama further underscores Pingtan's rural development and fosters ties between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits.

This micro drama is a crucial step in exploring new models of cultural and tourism integration in Pingtan. It helps create a unique icon for Pingtan and promotes the "micro drama + cultural tourism" fusion.