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The Grand Canal
2024·Show
·10Episodes in1Season·
The Grand Canal fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace3
- Tension2
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
History and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Grand Canal is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational10Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The year 2024 is the 10th year of the Grand Canal's successful application for World Heritage. In order to spread the pulse of the times when the thousand-year-old Grand Canal flows to the current day, and polish the Chinese cultural card, "The Grand Canal" opens a new chapter of documentary on the Grand Canal. The scholars from various fields and young talent representatives organize into a "Canal Visiting Group" and embark on a journey along the Canal, and each episode will bring them together in a city along the Canal. Through in-depth field visits, "Shining Night" with local characteristics, and in-depth chats about the "Opening of the Canal", the "Canal Visiting Group" will lead the audience to experience the blending of the Canal's history and modernity, and present the long-standing and well-established cultural essence of the Canal to everyone.
Educational DocumentaryChinese Cultural HeritageHistorical TravelogueGrand Canal ExplorationModern & Ancient BlendInformative JourneyCultural PreservationCommunity StoriesArchitectural FocusHopeful Perspective
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How many seasons does The Grand Canal have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 10 episodes.
When did The Grand Canal air?
S1
It ran from 2024 to 2025 and has ended.
What language is The Grand Canal in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.