1、Ordinary heroes on the small screenChinas first TV series to commemorate the countrys fight 1 COVID-19Heroes in Harms Wayrecently 2 (air) on China Central Television, evoking the collective memory of Chinese unity in battling the pandemic. The anthological drama 3 (produce) by China Media Group, the
2、 countrys largest broadcaster, consists of 14 episodes. Every two episodes tell an independent story.It 4 (set) during the lockdown of Hubeis provincial capital, Wuhan, the Chinese city hit hardest by the outbreak. The serial is based on true stories.Director Ju Xingmao says he feels proud 5 (partic
3、ipate) in the project, since he has long hoped to do something for Wuhan. Like others, I was self-isolated at home under the quarantine protocols earlier this year. So, I spent most of my time watching TV news, closely 6 (follow) what was happening in Wuhan, he recalls. Touching stories and heroes 7
4、 (emerge) every day. I struggled to hold back tears daily.This enhanced local confidence in epidemic control and eased pressure on hospitals. Communication University of China professor of television-program research Li Shengli says the drama will earn significant status in the history of Chinese TV
5、, 8 some shortcomings mainly due to time constraints in its creation.Chinas TV screens have long been dominated by powerful people, 9 emperors to tycoons, Li says. But this drama highlights the contributions and dedication of ordinary peoplethe heroes of our erain Chinas early efforts 10 (fight) the epidemic.
