Hit film elevates Ningbo town's reputation

The film Moments We Shared made its nationwide debut on June 22, enchanting audiences with the breathtaking landscapes of Dayan town in Fenghua district, Ningbo.

Directed by acclaimed author and filmmaker Zhang Jiajia, the film had grossed 185 million yuan ($25.46 million) at the box office as of noon on June 25, surpassing the performance of three other films released during the same period. In Ningbo, the film raked in over 200,000 yuan in revenue and amassed more than 126,000 "want-to-watch" tags from local audiences.

Moments We Shared tells the story of Liu Shisan, a young man hailing from Yunbian town, and his grandmother Wang Yingying, who manages a small store. After enduring various trials in the bustling city, Liu returns to his roots, where a series of heartwarming and inspiring tales unfold.

The film's art department spent nearly a year finding the perfect setting for the small store depicted in the story. Ultimately, the production team discovered the ideal backdrop in Dayan town.

Impressed by the mesmerizing beauty of Dayan, Zhang expressed his delight, stating, "It perfectly embodies the image I had in my mind — pristine mountains, flowing waters, quaint houses. Every step I take here evokes a sense of nostalgia, transporting me back to my childhood, back to my hometown."