Video platforms have set off a craze for short dramas
Recently, the four major video platforms Tencent, iQiyi, Youku and Mango TV have set off a wave of short dramas, which has completely circled the audience!
Not long ago, these 4 major platforms jointly produced 8 popular short dramas with more than one million views. You read that right, it's 8 films! This is not a small case, but an appetizer for a visual feast. These 8 short dramas can be said to be a collection of heroes from all walks of life, with novel and unique themes, well-made intentions, and a strong reputation. Even those young viewers who are usually not very interested in TV dramas have been completely fans of these short dramas.
4 major platforms have joined forces to produce 8 popular models
Tencent Video exclusively broadcasts 5 of them, and the remaining 3 are broadcast exclusively on other platforms. These 8 short dramas are like 8 small desserts in different styles, each of which is mouth-watering and makes the audience feast.
For example, the 5 short dramas exclusively broadcast by Tencent Video include urban emotional dramas, costume martial arts dramas, campus youth dramas, etc., everything is available. Each one has its own unique style and selling point, so that audiences with different tastes can find their favorites.
And the 3 short dramas broadcast on the other 3 platforms are also wonderful. From the subject matter to the production, from the plot to the cast, it is all one word - cow!
The skit format appeals to younger audiences
A big reason why these 8 short dramas are so popular is that their short drama forms are very popular with young audiences.
For today's young people, their lives are fast-paced and their attention spans are short. Dozens of episodes of TV series, they can't watch it at all. But this kind of short and concise short drama can just meet their entertainment needs in fragmented time.
An episode is more than 10 minutes, not long or short, just enough to enjoy an episode on the way to and from work, during a meal break. The plot is compact and interesting, and after watching an episode, it's like eating a small candy, which is addictive and unforgettable.
So for young audiences, these 8 short dramas are undoubtedly a visual feast for them. Missing these 8 is definitely a big regret in their lives!
Leading the new trend of the video industry
This craze for short dramas not only makes the audience addicted, but also a new development trend for the entire video industry.
In the past, video websites mainly focused on some long dramas and variety shows. However, with the change of viewing habits of young audiences, the form of short drama has begun to be taken seriously.
The emergence of these 8 popular short dramas is undoubtedly a wake-up call for the entire industry. We will definitely see more and more high-quality short dramas coming out to bring more surprises to the audience.
The video platform will also increase its investment and layout in the field of short dramas to meet the audience's growing demand for short dramas. I believe that this trend of short dramas will continue and lead the new trend of the entire video industry.
For us audiences, we must keep up with the pace of this skit craze and enjoy this visual feast to the fullest! Who calls us lucky contemporaries? In our lifetime, we can actually see so many high-quality short drama works. What a blessing in life!
The quality of the short drama is comparable to that of a blockbuster movie
The reason why these 8 popular short dramas are so popular is that in addition to the innovation in form, the outstanding quality is also indispensable.
From the script to the production, from the actors to the post-production, these 8 short dramas are all extremely attentive, comparable to the quality of many blockbusters. Don't look at their small size, but they are definitely a small steel cannon-level existence!
The script is novel and ingenious
First of all, in terms of script creation, these 8 short plays all have novel and ingenious ideas.
is no longer a cliché bloody plot, or a repetition of old-fashioned episodes. The script of each short play is extremely creative, and the plot design is ingenious and novel, which makes people shine.
For example, one of the short dramas that explores urban life cuts in from a new perspective, showing the various living conditions of people in big cities. Although the plot seems to be bland, it reveals the philosophy of life everywhere and is thought-provoking.
Another short drama that reflects campus life starts with a seemingly ordinary little thing, and finally leads to an insightful proposition that makes people smile.
These 8 short dramas are all written by first-class screenwriters without exception, which is eye-opening.
The production level is comparable to that of blockbusters
In addition to the script, these 8 short dramas are also just right in terms of production level.
The production lineup of many short dramas has even invited some top directors and producers who have directed blockbusters. The whole shooting process, whether it is the lens language, framing composition, or the use of post-production special effects, has been done with the utmost care.
Some of the short drama scenes are beautifully arranged, some are novel and unique camera movements, and some are close to Hollywood blockbusters in terms of the quality of special effects. The production level of these 8 short dramas is not inferior to some blockbuster movies.
And this kind of high-level production is also an important reason why these 8 short dramas are so popular. The audience has a "vision", and no matter how bad the quality of the work is, they will never be able to see it.
The actor has a strong appearance
In addition, the actors' appearances of these 8 short dramas are also a highlight.
In each short drama, first-line star actors from the mainland, Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea are gathered. Many of them are even powerful people who have won film and television awards.
Some short dramas even gather a number of first-line celebrities, which can be described as star-studded. The outstanding acting skills of these star actors are undoubtedly one of the important reasons for the success of these 8 short dramas.
It is with the three major supports of the script, production and actors that these 8 short dramas can be so good and have won unanimous praise from the audience. They completely subvert everyone's inherent impression of "short dramas" and are eye-opening.
The quality of many TV series and even movies pales in comparison. From this point of view, these 8 short dramas are definitely well-deserved and worthy of repeated appreciation by all of us.
The reason why these 8 short dramas are so popular is completely deserved. They are not only innovative breakthroughs in form, but also comparable to blockbusters in quality, which can be said to have opened a new era in the video industry. We have reason to believe that there will be more and more excellent short dramas in the future, bringing more surprises and enjoyment to us audiences. We also need to learn to appreciate and dig into these good works, rather than just shoddy things. Only in this way can the video industry continue to improve and bring us more visual feasts!