China's Greater Bay
Documentary filmmaker Campbell McLean journeys China's myriad of waterways and freeways of the Pearl River Delta to reveal one of the most populated and fastest-growing regions in the world where clusters of 11 cities are connected to form a thriving megalopolis known as the Greater Bay Area.
11 Major Cities
1) Macau SAR
Entertainment and tourism
2) Hong Kong SAR
Asia’s financial market
3) Guangzhou
Historical trading hub
4) Zhuhai
Coastal city
5) Shenzhen
China’s high-tech city
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6) Foshan
Advanced manufacturing
7) Dongguan
Global manufacturing hub
8) Huizhou
Land resources and transport
9) Zhongshan
Service hub
10) Jiangmen
Incubator for overseas Chinese
11) Zhaoqing
Ancient transport hub
4 Episodes
The first episode starts in the mountains west of Guangzhou and follows the three major rivers through the lowlands, across the delta and down past the major cities and connecting to Hong Kong on the South China Sea.
Ep. 1: The Journey
Mountains to Sea
Ep. 2: Bridging The Divide
Zhongshan, Zhuhai, Macau, Hong Kong
Ep. 3: New Economies
Shenzhen, Huizhou, Dongguan
Ep. 4: Ancient Routes
Guangzhou, Zhaoqing, Foshan, Jiangmen
Narrative
The narrative tone will be inquisitive and personal.
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Special attention is given to places of interest, historical, natural and man-made, that would appeal to international and domestic audiences alike who are keen to understand and explore this unique destination.
Over-View Satellite Imagery
This is the first time that satellite imagery of the GBA will be shared with local and international audiences.
Viewing the Earth from afar has been shown to inspire a sense of wonder, encourage cooperation, and promote future planning.
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In cooperation with Over-View Inc, the documentary series will use a series of high-quality satellite images to highlight each metropolis, including the natural landscape patterns and man-made infrastructure within the Greater Bay Area.