Where Dreams Begin (梦中的那片海)
Where Dreams Begin (梦中的那片海), also known as The Sea in Dreams, is a 2023 Chinese romantic youth drama starring Xiao Zhan and Li Qin. Set in Beijing during the 1970s, the series portrays the lives, ambitions, friendships, and relationships of ordinary young people as they navigate a period of significant social change. Directed by Fu Ning, the drama explores personal growth, perseverance, and the pursuit of dreams.
Synopsis
Set in 1970s Beijing, the story follows Xiao Chunsheng and his two close friends, Ye Guohua and Chen Hongjun. Growing up together in the same courtyard, the three young men share a strong friendship and experience the challenges of growing up in a rapidly changing society. From pursuing higher education and joining the military to exploring business opportunities, they support one another through the different stages of life.
Along their journey, they meet Tong Xiaomei, a determined young woman who dreams of becoming a doctor. As their paths become connected, friendships develop, relationships change, and each person faces difficult choices while trying to build a better future.
Through the characters' personal struggles, ambitions, and emotional experiences, the drama captures the hopes and challenges of a generation growing up during China's reform era. It is an inspiring story about friendship, love, family, and the courage to pursue one's dreams despite the uncertainties of life.
Drama Information
- Native Title: 梦中的那片海
- Also Known As: Meng Zhong De Na Pian Hai; The Sea in Dreams; Where Dreams Begin
- Director: Fu Ning
- Screenwriter: Xu Bing, Zhou He Yang
- Genres: Romance, Youth, Drama, Life
- Country: China
- Language: Mandarin
- Year: 2023
- Episodes: 38
- Episode Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
- Original Networks: CCTV-8, Dragon TV
- Streaming Platform: Tencent Video
- Aired: June 1, 2023 – June 18, 2023
Tags
- Where Dreams Begin
- The Sea in Dreams
- 梦中的那片海
- Meng Zhong De Na Pian Hai
- Chinese Drama
- Chinese Romance Drama
- Chinese Youth Drama
- Slice of Life
- Coming of Age
- 1970s China
- Friendship and Love
- Xiao Zhan
- Li Qin
- 2023 Chinese Drama
